Veterinarians in Durango, CO

Still accepting donations at Durango Animal hospital for this Odd Couple. Phone number and contact info listed above. Thank you for all donations, no matter how small.

Elizabeth Murray-Hunt here is the info. Thank You!!!

Common Culprits: Fleas and Food Allergies Significant hair loss in one spot may indicate an external parasite — mites, ticks or fleas, in particular — or a fungal infection, such as ringworm. Once skin scrapes or blood samples are tested, a veterinarian can usually confirm the cause and treat the diagnosed condition with the right medication. If it's a diagnosed food allergy that's causing the excessive grooming, the problem can be addressed with dietary adjustments, such as a veterinarian-prescribed hypoallergenic diet. In some cases, a cat may also be trying to get at a source of pain caused by an internal problem, including kidney stones. Stress Can Also Play a Part If a veterinarian rules out a medical problem, the next step is to look for new environmental stressors, such as a new pet, baby or boyfriend. “Cat overgrooming is similar to people playing with their hair,” says Dr. Sueda. "You do it more when you’re nervous." Behavior modification and training can help reduce a cat’s stress levels. In the case of a new animal in the home, owners can give the overly stressed cat extra attention or private space away from the newcomer. Regardless of the cause, hair loss and overgrooming are usually clues that something’s wrong, so consult with your vet sooner rather than later.

Who did you go see? Karlene Stange is amazing and helped Buddy a lot.