Issues in Pet Hygiene

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When looking after your cat, pet hygiene is very important. There are a multitude of options available that can be taken to improve the cleanliness of your cat; surprisingly there are many pet owners who are unaware of them. In the following article I will be providing some helpful tips and advice on pet hygiene issues and what pet drugs or alternatives can be done to resolve them.

Seborrheic dermatitis – Commonly called dandruff, Seborrheic dermatitis is an inflammatory skin disorder. As with humans, cats can suffer from dandruff too. This condition can be caused by a variety of reasons such as:

Poor grooming – Cats who are overweight, elderly or who suffer from arthritis can particularly have this problem.

Winter – Conditions are typically dryer during winter; causing flaky skin.

Poor diet – With the present state of the economy, people are understandably looking for ways to save money. However, many low-cost cat foods are of poor nutritional value and lack supplements such as essential fatty acids, which are crucial in maintaining a healthy, glossy skin.

Serious medical conditions – Underlying issues such as feline diabetes may also result in dermatitis, along with other symptoms.

Treatments will obviously vary depending on the cause.

If the underlying cause is dietary, Salmopet (salmon oil) is a great supplement that contains many unsaturated omega – 3 fatty acids, helping to keep the skin moist. It’s also important for a variety of physiological processes in cats.

For the treatment of Seborrhoea, there are pet medications and treatments like Malacetic Conditioning Spray. Medicated shampoos and conditioners are required.

If your pet does indeed have diabetes there are various ways this can be treated, however you must see your local vet for advice and treatment following a diagnosis. There are Diabetes Management pet foods which can assist aiding your pet should they have diabetes.

I hope this information was helpful and good luck with maintaining your cat’s hygiene.

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