The cat's beard is one of its symbols. If you occasionally find that one of them is shorter, it is likely that the beard is broken. What is the reason why the cat's beard is half broken? What should I do if my cat has a half broken beard? Let’s take a look at what’s going on with a half-broken cat beard.
1. Normal hair loss
First of all, when a cat enters old age, its beard will slowly turn white, break and fall off. This is a manifestation of the metabolic decline of the cat after it enters aging and is a normal physiological phenomenon. Secondly, when young cats grow to a certain stage, their beards will fall off and then grow again. This is normal hair loss, similar to cat hair replacement, so the owner doesn't have to worry too much.
2. Malnutrition
If a cat usually eats a relatively simple diet, it will lead to malnutrition in the cat, which will cause poor quality of the beard and breakage, and the cat will also be thinner. In this regard, it is recommended that the owner feed the cat more foods rich in protein, vitamins and trace elements to increase nutrition.
3. Suffering from skin diseases
If a cat's mouth is infected with bacteria and fungi, causing skin diseases. Due to severe itching, the cat's continuous scratching will cause a broken beard. In this case, cats generally have symptoms such as redness, hair loss, and dander. They need to consult a pet doctor in time for medication. At the same time, they should keep the cat's living environment clean and dry, and deworm inside and outside the body.