http://dahdahdahdancer.livejournal.com/ ([identity profile] dahdahdahdancer.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] davis_square2010-01-16 03:41 pm
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kitty acupuncture?

Does anyone know of a local cat acupuncturist? I've tried everything to help my cat get over her habit of pulling out her fur with her teeth (vet exams, tests for parasites/infections etc. (negative), changing food several times, medications (first prednisone, now cyclosporine), and so on. I'm thinking I have to go holistic. She's getting mighty impressive bald spots on her tummy and legs.

[identity profile] vibrantabyss.livejournal.com 2010-01-20 12:36 am (UTC)(link)
This is actually Wren13 (aka Dr. Karen). I highly recommend Feliway and antianxiety meds for these cats, it turns out that they are anxiety and allergic issues combined. I totally agree with the 'get rid of corn in her diet' recommendation as well, as food allergies are also a factor in many cats. The 3 most common allergens in cats are corn, fish and chicken. I usually recommend Evo or Proplan Turkey and Barley (as long as they've stopped putting poultry byproducts in it). Kitty acupuncturist is a good idea for immediate relief. If you can do acupuncture on a ferret, a cat shouldn't be too difficult (and I've seen ferrets done).