Cat Hot Spots & Skin Health

Has your cat been scratching more often than usual lately? Cat's suffer from allergies just like pet parents do, but instead of constant sneezing, it affects their skin. Learn here what are some of the most common causes of skin allergies in cats and ways you can help get him some much needed relief.

Chewing, itching, and scratching are all apart of being a dog or cat. However, if you catch your pet doing these things in excess, it could be pruritus, and there might be an underlying medical condition that you should treat immediately.

Dry skin is no fun for anyone, including cats, but there can be many different reasons for it. Luckily, there are just as many ways to get rid of it. Find out more here on what is causing your cat's dry skin, and more importantly, how to help.

It’s natural for pets to chew and lick themselves, but when it becomes compulsive and constant, your pet can develop serious problems, such as lick granuloma. Learn how to tell if your pet's licking is getting out of hand here.

Alopecia is a condition that causes hair loss in cats. Here, we discuss the condition in more detail.

Cats’ autoimmune skin illnesses occur when the immune system of the body destroys the skin cells in its own body. We go into further detail in this article.

Cats can get acne, just like humans, despite their impeccable grooming habits. Learn more about how to prevent and treat feline acne.

Have you noticed your cat scratching just a bit more often these days? If your cat is starting to lose their hair, there maybe an underlying health reason such as allergies or thyroid diseases. Find out here the most common reasons your cat might be losing hair, and how to treat and prevent more hair loss.

Cat warts are a common cutaneous ailment that affects cats of all ages. In this article, we discuss this skin condition further.

The items that we keep around the house and the plants that grow naturally in our yards are not always safe for our pets. Contact dermatitis is one problem that can occur if your pet makes physical contact with an irritating substance.

Demodectic mange is a skin disease caused by microscopic parasites that is usually passed through child birth. This type of mange can result in hair loss and be extremely painful. Luckily there are treatment options available. Learn what they are here.

Not every pet is blessed with a clear complexion. In dogs, acne often shows up in the teenage years (sound familiar?), while in cats, it can strike at any age. Find out what causes breakouts in pets and what treatments are available.

Skin allergies are common problems among dogs and cats, manifesting themselves in the form of skin problems. Help protect your pet and learn more.

Feline Skin Fragility Syndrome (FSFS) affects the skin and fur of cats and is an unusual and poorly understood illness. We discuss this skin condition further in this article.

Uncover effective treatments for feline superficial pyoderma with a focus on benzoyl peroxide. Explore strategies to combat skin issues in cats and ensure their well-being.

Hot spots are one of the most painful skin infections out there. Learn the symptoms to help keep your pet happy and comfortable.

Hot spots are extremely painful and if treated incorrectly, can cause your pet even more pain and make the infection worse. Learn more here.

Demodicosis, better known as mange, is a irritating skin disease caused by Demodex mites. These microscopic pests can cause serious health issues when in large numbers. Here are a few ways you can identify whether or not your pet has demodicosis.

Little, irritating mites called chiggers can attach to cats and leave behind red, unpleasant patches on their skin. In this article, we discuss this uncomfortable condition more.

Dandruff in cats and dogs can be treated by changing grooming, diet, and other routines. Read more about treating flaky skin in pets.

Notoedric mange, also called scabies. Mange is a skin condition caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin, causing severe itching and hair loss.

Lice are tiny insects that affect many pets, cats included. Learn more about managing and preventing lice infestation in cats in this article.

Dogs, cats and licking seem to go hand in hand. It never does strike a pet parent to see their pet continuously lick themselves. Lick granuloma is when your pet obsessively licks one spot over and over and over again, sometimes resulting in painful sores. Learn more here on the different causes that may be having your pet over-licking themselves.

Malassezia dermatitis is a frequent skin ailment in cats caused by an overgrowth of the yeast Malassezia. This article talks about how to treat this condition and much more.

Panniculitis in cats occurs when the subcutaneous fat layer under the skin becomes inflamed, resulting in the production of nodules or lumps. In this article, we break down what this skin disorder means for cats.

Cats that have the uncommon autoimmune condition pemphigus experience skin sores and blisters. In this article, we discuss this disease further.

Is your pet constantly scratching away? They're more than likely suffering from pruritus. Learn the symptoms here and help your pet stay happy and healthy!

Treatment for pruritus can be difficult because you first need to determine what is causing the problem. Learn how to help your pet through this itchy, uncomfortable problem here.

Ringworm in dogs and cats is an infection that must be treated to prevent its spread to other animals or contamination of your home. Find out how to treat ringworm in pets.

Does your dog or cat have flaky skin? Are the flakes dry and scaly, or greasy and oily? If so, your pet may be suffering from seborrhea, a skin disorder caused by an excessive production of sebum, an oily secretion of the sebaceous glands. Read on to find out more.

An overview of how to use our products for your dog or cat's best skin and coat care.

Staph infections can range from mild to wild in cats if not properly and timely treated. Here, we discuss this disease in detail.

Yellow fat disease, also known as Steatitis in cats, is a disorder that causes cats’ coats to turn yellow. Here, we delve into how to treat and prevent this feline condition.

A preexisting condition often causes pyoderma, so by the time you start to see the symptoms of this infection, your pet definitely needs treatment. Learn more here.

Treating pyoderma depends on the underlying cause of the condition. Learn the different kinds of treatment that will help to keep the itch from your pet.

Vesiculopustular dermatoses, often known as skin blisters, are a category of skin illnesses that cause blisters or pustules to grow on the skin of cats. The signs, symptoms, and treatment for Vesiculopustular Dermatoses will be reviewed in this article.

Warbles burrow under your cats skin, making them feel itchy and uncomfortable. Do not attempt to remove a warble yourself. Take your furry friend to the vet for treatment.

The most common symptom of dandruff in pets is visibly dry and flaky skin. See what the other symptoms of pet dandruff are.

Feline eosinophilic granuloma complex (EGC) is a group of three skin conditions commonly seen in cats and is usually caused by an immune system dysfunction. Learn more about its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Insect parasites or allergies can cause a sensation that leaves pets with an uncontrollable desire to scratch; this is referred to as pruritus. Learn how to help your pet if pruritus strikes here.