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Shedding Madness
I have a recent addition to my home (4 year old girl that I got about
3 months ago), and she's shedding EVERYWHERE! It's not just because it's Spring; she's been shedding tons since I got her (in the middle of winter). She is an american shorthair, but seems to have a much thicker coat than my "mutt" kitty. I no longer have bright clothing, furniture, or carpet because the hair covers everything, and I've noticed tumbleweed hairfluffs all over. I brush her almost daily, and every time I get 3-4 large sized brushes FULL of hair (compressed so much the prongs don't show through anymore), and I'm sure I could get more but she gets tired of the brushing after that much. I try to sweep/vacuum, but nothing can keep up with her shedding. I changed her food to Eukanuba (better than what she was eating) when I got her. Is 3 months enough to reduce shedding by getting her on a better food? Does her thick hair mean she'll always shed this much? Is there anything else I can do to reduce the shedding? I plan on making SURE I brush her daily to help reduce it. I don't think there is anything medically wrong, as she has been to the vet numerous times (initial examination, another check-up, and then a spay). The vet commented that she had a beautiful healthy coat and nothing seemed wrong. How, oh HOW, can I reduce this shedding? Thanks in advance, Ginni |
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