{"id":49,"date":"2023-09-08T15:59:57","date_gmt":"2023-09-08T19:59:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thegentlevetdvm.com\/blog\/?p=49"},"modified":"2023-09-08T15:59:57","modified_gmt":"2023-09-08T19:59:57","slug":"seasonal-vs-abnormal-shedding-when-to-worry-about-your-pet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thegentlevetdvm.com\/blog\/seasonal-vs-abnormal-shedding-when-to-worry-about-your-pet\/","title":{"rendered":"Seasonal vs Abnormal Shedding: When to Worry About Your Pet"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In order to meet a pet\u2019s needs, we can observe and assess their behavior to gauge overall health. Another important indicator of wellness concerns how a pet looks. For example, a healthy coat signals strength and vitality. And while shedding is a natural process (even hairless cats shed dander!), hair loss can also be connected to various medical issues. The Gentle Vet team<\/a> can help you differentiate between normal\/seasonal shedding and other reasons for concern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Normal and Natural<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most pet owners are resigned to living with pet hair. Whether it piles up on our clothing, furniture, or flooring, pet hair simply comes with the territory. Shedding can increase depending on the season (we\u2019re looking at you, summer), and is more common in pets with longer coats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite all of this, shedding can sometimes cross a line. When a pet loses more hair than can be explained by seasonal shedding, it is time to get to the bottom of the cause. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other Causes of Hair Loss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If your pet\u2019s shedding goes beyond the normal cyclical process of shedding old hair and replacing it, and also appears excessive, take a closer look at the look and feel of their coat. Bald patches and\/or symmetrical loss of hair can be caused by and signal any of the following health conditions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n