{"id":370945,"date":"2018-05-01T08:30:18","date_gmt":"2018-05-01T12:30:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/?p=370945"},"modified":"2024-06-20T08:05:50","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T12:05:50","slug":"how-to-care-for-hairless-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/cat-health-care\/how-to-care-for-hairless-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Care for Hairless Cats: Vet-Approved Tips & Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nHairlessness Is a Genetic Mutation<\/a>
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Hairless cats are a real eye catcher for most people. Even people who aren\u2019t too cat crazy might be mesmerized by the odd look and interesting breed characteristics. If you live in a home with an allergy sufferer, hairless cats have certainly come up on your list of possible hypoallergenic cats.<\/p>\n

But are these cats truly hypoallergenic? Are they difficult to take care of? And do they have more health concerns than other feline companions? In this article, we aim to explore everything about caring for a hairless cat, so you know exactly what you\u2019re getting yourself into before you commit.<\/p>\n

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Hairless Cats Require Special Care<\/h2>\n

One of the first misconceptions about hairless cats is that they are easier to manage. While certain aspects may be pretty simple, they actually require a little bit more specialized care than normal cats.<\/p>\n

Granted, it\u2019s probably a really big upside to you if you\u2019re the kind of person who really doesn\u2019t like shed fur in your home. However, what they lack in fur, they make up for in other ways.<\/p>\n

Primarily, hairless cats require extremely diligent hygiene upkeep. Cats are always notorious for being avid groomers, but your hairless cutie might need a little extra help. Because there is no hair to distribute the oils produced by the skin, oils and debris build up on the skin and around their nail beds.<\/p>\n

Their skin will get tacky and oily, requiring frequent wipe downs. You will not need to give your cat a bath every few days, but you may need to have some hypoallergenic wipes on hand to keep them clean.<\/p>\n

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Maintenance & Grooming Tips for Hairless Cats<\/h2>\n

If you own a hairless cat, or you\u2019re thinking about getting one, learning to groom will help tremendously.<\/p>\n

1. Know All the Areas of Interest<\/h3>\n

A hairless cat will differ very much from their fully furred counterparts. Here are some areas of care you might not expect, but should be aware of.<\/p>\n

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