What should I do if my kitten is itchy? Full analysis of 10 days of popular pet raising issues
Recently, "pet health" has become a hot topic on social platforms, especially cat skin problems, which have attracted widespread attention. The following is a compilation of popular pet health topics and solutions across the Internet in the past 10 days to help you easily deal with your pet's itching problem.
1. Top 5 popular pet health topics (data source: Weibo, Douyin, Xiaohongshu)
| Ranking | Topic keywords | Number of discussions (10,000) | main focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cat scratches frequently | 28.5 | parasites, allergens |
| 2 | Pet skin disease medication | 19.2 | Safety of topical medications |
| 3 | Cat food allergenic ingredients | 15.7 | Cereals, additives |
| 4 | Home Disinfection and Pets | 12.3 | Disinfectant irritation |
| 5 | Seasonal hair loss increases | 9.8 | Dry skin care |
2. Analysis of common causes of itching in kittens
According to clinical data from pet hospitals, itching problems are usually related to the following factors:
| Reason | Proportion | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| Flea/mite infestation | 42% | Partial hair removal and black insect droppings on the lower back |
| food allergy | 23% | Ear redness and swelling, vomiting and diarrhea |
| environmental allergies | 18% | Generalized erythema, seasonal attacks |
| fungal infection | 12% | Circular hair loss and increased dandruff |
| Others | 5% | Endocrine abnormalities, etc. |
3. Step-by-step solution
Step One: Preliminary Check
• Remove hair and check skin for rashes and dandruff
• Use a fine-toothed comb to look for fleas (the comb is padded with white paper for easier viewing)
• Record the period of time itching occurs (after eating/touching an object)
Step Two: Emergency Measures
•Physical anti-itching:Cold compress (ice pack wrapped in a towel for 5 minutes)
•Environmental cleanliness:Wash the cat’s nest with 60℃ hot water and clean the corners with a vacuum cleaner
•Safe medication:Only use pet-specific anti-itch sprays (those containing tea tree essential oil are prohibited)
Step Three: Professional Medical Advice
• Recommended examination items: Skin scraping examination (cost 80-150 yuan)
• Common prescription drugs:
- Deworming: selamectin (once a month)
- Anti-allergy: prednisolone (need to strictly follow doctor’s advice)
- Medicinal bath: 2% miconazole lotion (for fungal infections)
4. Comparison table of preventive measures
| Measure type | Execution frequency | effectiveness | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| In vitro deworming | 1 time per month | ★★★★★ | Avoid areas where cats lick |
| Omega-3 Supplement | daily | ★★★☆☆ | Choose fish oil content ≥30% |
| air purification | continue | ★★★☆☆ | HEPA filters need to be replaced regularly |
| Transition to hypoallergenic foods | long term | ★★★★☆ | It takes 7 days to gradually change food |
5. Recently hotly discussed QA selections
Q: Can Internet celebrity anti-itch cream be used on people with dermatitis?
A:Absolutely prohibited!Hydrocortisone is toxic to cats and may cause liver damage.
Q: Is the mite removal device effective for cat ringworm?
A: The ultraviolet mite remover can only assist in killing fungal spores in the environment and needs to be combined with medicinal bath treatment.
If symptoms persist for more than 48 hours or skin breakdown occurs, seek medical attention immediately. Bookmark this article and take preventive care for your pet regularly to keep it away from itchiness!
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