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Some causes of cat hair loss

Cats shed every day, but excessive shedding or bald spots can indicate a problem.

Allergies

Cats with allergies may scratch and groom excessively — leading to fur loss or bald spots, sores, and other skin problems. Your cat may be allergic to fleas, food, mites, or medications. Environmental allergens, like pollen, dander, and dust, can also lead to a severe skin condition called atopic dermatitis that can cause hair loss.

Fungal or bacterial infections

If your cat is losing hair, a skin infection caused by bacteria or fungus (like ringworm) may be to blame. Ringworm often causes hair to fall out in circles — and can spread to other pets and humans so you should talk to a vet as soon as possible.

Mange

Mange is an inflammatory skin condition caused by many species of mites. The mites can cause intense itching, redness, puffiness, scaling or skin crusts, and hair loss in cats. Mange is highly contagious to other animals and even humans, so it’s important to seek treatment quickly.

Stress or anxiety

Stressed or anxious cats may scratch or groom excessively, which can cause hair loss. This condition is known as stress-induced alopecia. You may also notice behavior changes, a depressed mood, and increased napping if your pet is anxious.

Hormonal issues

Cats with a hormonal imbalance, such as feline hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, may experience patchy hair loss or thinning hair. Hyperthyroidism is typically seen in older cats. Hormonal changes caused by pregnancy and lactation can also lead to excessive shedding.

Medicine & treatments for hair loss

If your cat is experiencing excessive shedding, hair loss, or bald spots, schedule a visit with one of our online vets to discuss the issue. Our licensed vets can consult with you over video chat and design a personalized treatment plan based around your pet’s needs. And prescriptions are delivered directly to your doorstep with free shipping.

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Frequently asked questions

With Dutch, you’re never alone when it comes to your pet’s health. Whether your pet needs care or you just have a question, our compassionate and knowledgeable vets are always happy to help.

Here are some ways you can use Dutch:

  • Care & prescriptions for over 150 issues
  • Behavioral health, nutrition, and exercise advice
  • Puppy, kitten, and new pet parent advice
  • Preventive care plans
  • Night and weekend vet care
  • Second opinions & follow-up care after in-person visits
  • Advice on whether you need to go to the ER or urgent care
  • Vet care when you’re traveling
  • Easy prescription refills
  • Longevity treatment plans 
  • Answers to non-urgent questions

When booking a video call with a vet, you'll be asked a few questions about your pet’s health issue. Depending on the issue, you may also be asked to fill out a longer questionnaire about their symptoms and share photographs of them so our veterinarians can better understand what’s going on. You’ll then pick an appointment time that works best for you.

During your video call, one of our licensed veterinarians will talk to you about the symptoms your pet is experiencing, ask you questions, review your pet’s medical history if you’ve provided it, and answer any questions you have. The vet will ask to see your pet and their environment. And they may ask you to perform some simple checks on them if needed.

After your video call, the vet will send you a message with a custom treatment plan to help your pet feel better, including a link to buy any recommended prescription or over-the-counter medications. Place your order and we’ll ship it free.

Our vets can provide care and prescriptions for more than 150 issues — and over 90% of cases can be treated virtually. 

The vet can diagnose your pet based on your description of their symptoms, their medical history, seeing them during your video call, and, if needed, through uploaded photos and videos. They may ask you to do a few simple checks during the call. We also offer a number of at-home lab test kits for dogs and cats.

The health and safety of pets is our top priority. In the rare case that a vet determines a pet needs to go to a local clinic, they’ll provide a referral and offer advice on how to care for them until they can be seen. 

Some things that require in-person care include emergencies, wounds that need stitches, and issues that require blood work, imaging (X-rays or ultrasounds), or surgery.

Our vets are always available for second opinions and follow-up care after in-person vet visits — so you don’t have to navigate health issues alone.

Our memberships are designed to make your pet’s care as easy and affordable as possible. Here’s how your costs will break down:

Membership: You can choose to pay the total price upfront or in 4 installments. All memberships include unlimited care for up to 5 pets at no extra cost.

Vet calls and messaging: No cost — video chat and message with vets as often as you need for free.

Medication: The price will vary depending on your pet’s needs. To keep your costs down, we offer a price-match guarantee, free standard shipping, $25 off your first product order, and 20% off your first flea & tick order.

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