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Kittens lose nipple hair after a few months

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Matthew Thompson
Kittens usually lose their nipple hair between 3 months and 6 months old. This is a normal phenomenon and indicates that the kitten's body is maturing. However, during the period of nipple hair loss, the kitten's body needs to be kept warm. , to avoid being stimulated by cool wind, which will affect the time for the hair to fall off, and even increase the chance of catching a cold. It is also necessary to clean up the fallen hair in time, otherwise it will easily affect the growth of new hair, increase the risk of skin diseases, and even cause Affect the normal development of the body.

1. How many months does it take for a kitten to lose its nipple hair?

If the kitten’s body absorbs richer nutrients and its body metabolizes faster, the kitten’s nipple hair will usually fade in 3 months; The body absorbs less nutrients, is lighter, and the body's metabolism is slower, which will affect the time for breast hair to disappear, resulting in a longer time, about 6 months for breast hair to disappear.

2. The process of kitten hair loss

As the kitten’s body gradually grows, it will lose its fetal hair and grow softer and stronger new hair. Generally, in kittens, From 3 to 6 months old, the nipple hair begins to fall out and new hair grows back. The hair loss lasts for a long time, from 1 month to 2 months. When the kitten reaches 6 months old, the nipple hair will begin to grow again. Will be replaced.

3. What are the benefits of hair loss on kittens?

The benefits of hair removal on kittens include reducing hair loss and preventing hair from knotting, and it can also speed up local blood circulation. The speed of circulation is conducive to the normal development of the body, and during the period of hair loss, the skin will be exposed, which can quickly detect whether the kitten's skin is caused by trauma or skin diseases.

4. What are the precautions for removing the kitten's nipple hair?

During the period of removing the nipple hair, it may cause abnormal hair loss. It is recommended that the owner use professional tools to clean the lost hair. It can prevent hair accumulation and reduce the chance of skin diseases. It is also necessary to clean the skin and bathe the kitten regularly.

If the skin is damaged during the hair loss period, it is recommended that the owner take the kitten to a regular pet hospital for treatment in time.