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compulsive licking issue

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kitkat - 15 Mar 2007 03:36 GMT
my cat stewie is a compulsive licker - and not just him - he licks the other
cat, the rug, whatever.

but my biggest concern is that he licks stomach and legs nonstop.  He's
getting a little bald spot.

I've heard this can do with food - he's on eukenuba multi-renal because my
other cat shatner has kidney disease.  I'm hoping this isn't an allergy
because shatner needs to be on this.

is he bored?  I give him a good deal of attention but maybe I should let him
go outside?  I prefer to keep him in, but it he's going to lick himself raw,
a little diversion might be a good idea.
IBen Getiner - 15 Mar 2007 10:44 GMT
> my cat stewie is a compulsive licker - and not just him - he licks the other
> cat, the rug, whatever.
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Excessive grooming is a sign of a potentially serious mental disorder,
and you should put a stop to it immediately. It shows evidence of a
obsessive/compulsive disorder. Scold your feline often, whenever you
see him/her engaging in this nasty, unsightly behavior. Otherwise, he
will think that you approve. Good lick... I mean, good luck!

IBen
kitkat - 18 Mar 2007 21:55 GMT
now I'm really worried- I don't want my little guy to have a serious problem.

I'm trying to play with him more but he'll just stop in the middle of a game
to lick himself -  do you know if they have anything I can rub on him that
will taste icky and keep him from licking?

I swear it's getting out of control.  I never realized how bad it was until I
started trying to make him stop.  it's really upsetting.
Terry O'Connel - 19 Mar 2007 11:11 GMT
> Excessive grooming is a sign of a potentially serious mental disorder,
> and you should put a stop to it immediately. It shows evidence of a
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> IBen

I believe that you know everything about potentially serious mental
disorders as you're compulsively licking your cat's arse.
Barry - 19 Mar 2007 11:17 GMT
> I believe that you know everything about potentially serious mental
> disorders as you're compulsively licking your cat's arse.

AMEN!

That's right!

Come'on

FIX IT UP!!!

PREACH!!!

PREACHIT!!!!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
Rene S. - 19 Mar 2007 20:08 GMT
> my cat stewie is a compulsive licker - and not just him - he licks the other
> cat, the rug, whatever.
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> go outside?  I prefer to keep him in, but it he's going to lick himself raw,
> a little diversion might be a good idea.

First, I'd bring him to the vet's for a checkup to make sure there are
no medical problems. One of my cats pulled his fur out compulsively
for nine months, and after trying different things (distraction,
Rescue Remedy, more playtime), decided to put him on an anti-anxiety
medication (busbar). It's helped immensely. However, I'm not saying
this will work for you. Please consult your vet and explore your
options if there is no medical condition.
Rene S. - 19 Mar 2007 20:58 GMT
> First, I'd bring him to the vet's for a checkup to make sure there are
> no medical problems. One of my cats pulled his fur out compulsively
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> this will work for you. Please consult your vet and explore your
> options if there is no medical condition.

Another thought. If your other cat is on a kidney formula food, your
other cat should not be eating this. It's low in protein and can cause
damage to a healthy cat. It's possible your cat has an allergy to
grains. Try feeding a canned, grain-free and fish free food, such as
Wellness, Innova, or Nature's Variety.
 
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