subject: My Cat Has Dandruff! Help! [print this page] I bet most of us didn't even know that dandruff is not just a human problem but can be found on cats too. That is until we see our beloved kitty scratching herself and finding those disgusting dry flaky skin on her. If your cat has dandruff, I suggest you look into it soon before she scratches herself raw and gets an infection.
But what can you do? You've tried it all, bathing, shampooing her and have the scratch marks to prove it. You've vacuumed your floor and cleaned your carpets. Nothing works.
Well, you'll be glad to know that cat dandruff is a problem that many cat owners have faced, and sometimes the solution is ridiculously simple.
One of the first things you should do is to take a look at what you're feeding your feline friend. If you're getting her some of those cheap dry cat food, stop now and start giving her a quality diet. Most cats lack the Omega 3 fatty acids, thus causing them to get dry skin. Start by giving her some fish oil supplements, give it a month and see how it goes.
Next would be to start grooming your cat. You could send her to a good groomer or do it yourself at home. If you decide on the latter, I suggest this device called the FURminator which works really well to get rid of the loose hair on her undercoat. It works well for both long and short haired cats. Once little kitty is nicely groomed, she would be benefitting from a much healthier skin due to her natural oils.
