Oh my, the amount of cat hair...
I haven't officially announced it yet (but it is official!), that our foster kitty is a foster failure. Marzy is her name and she brought along enough hair to keep an entire army warm for the winter. No kidding.
I believe she would be considered a medium-haired cat. Our other three cats are all short-haired, and we have never had a problem with them shedding.. its just the newbie. When her and Khaith are wrestling, the amount of hair that flies is just uncanny. At first I was worried that it was medical-related, but she has been to the vet and was given a clean bill of health.
I know diet can play a big role in the condition of an animal's coat. To tell the truth, I am uncertain what we feed our cats. I know, I know; shame on me! We buy our food in bulk and keep it in storage containers instead of the bag it comes in, so I would have to ask my mum or sister what we buy when they get home. I want to say it is Purina Cat Chow: Indoor Formula, but don't hold me to that. Is that a suitable brand to buy? If not, what do you recommend?
Or, are some cats just more shed-prone than others? I have been grooming all the dogs and cats every other day... it helps a bit, but the amount of Marzy-hair is still pretty crazy. I have been experimenting with a variety of brushes on her, but if there are any brushes in particular that truly helps feel free to suggest them.
Thank you for any help!
I am sorry if I sound pretty clueless... I am very willing to learn, though. :-)
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I just had to add a picture of her. I am totally smitten with this little girl. I can't even begin to put into words just how much she has really helped me cope with the loss of my RB dog, Frisk. I am eternally grateful for her being sent my way. :)
