Hi everyone, I have not been around in a long long time, perhaps more on that later.
My Leo has been over grooming for some time now. I have finally taken him to someone who I think is a reliable vet and feel I can place my trust in her.
I was told in the past that Leo was suffering from Hyperesthesia, but believe now that is not the case
It has been just over a week now that Leo has been on a strict diet of Hill's Prescription Diet D/D both wet and dry Duck only for skin/food sensitivities. He was also started on 1/4 and is now up to 1/2 tablet daily of Zyrtec (yes the common people's allergy pill). He doesn't get treats, or scrapes or anything that is not these two foods, well except a little coconut oil.
Leo sneezes a lot, too. The Zyrtec and food seems to have helped, fewer episodes of ripping his fur out, the sneezing is better although still a little sneezy especially just before it is time for his pill. I am hoping this is the answer to Leo's obsession with fur pulling.
I wanted to let posters know that Zyrtec is considered safe for cats as I had not seen any mention of it for allergies, although you should discuss any course of action with your own vet.
I hope you are able to come to a quick conclusion on what is ailing your little Merlin and that he gets better soon.
Kris
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