Does your Sphynx cat have a little black dot on its chin or neck? While it may look like a speck of dirt, it's actually a clogged pore. Like humans, Sphynx cats get acne, too. While acne is normal, there are a few things you can do to promote clear and healthy skin. Let's explore them!
Why Do Hairless Cats Get Acne
Oil, dead skin cells, bacteria buildup, etc, can cause your hairless baby to get acne, especially since they don't have fur to act as a protective barrier for their skin. Their sebaceous glands produce oil to keep their skin moisturized and protected. However, since your cat doesn't have fur, it doesn't help blot the oil away. Instead, the excess oil can sit on their skin and cause them to break out. Acne is common for Sphynx cats, and you can typically find it on their tail, chin, and neck.
Common triggers include:
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Dirty bowls or bedding - Bacteria and oil buildup quickly and easily on both.
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Poor-quality diets - Poor nutrition can certainly cause skin inflammation.
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Overbathing or harsh soaps - Both of these can strip natural oils. This leads to your skin overproducing oils.
Soothe and Clear Their Skin Naturally
Taking the natural route is the best way to clear your cat's skin. The 4 All Pets Acne/Blackhead Remedy is designed for hairless pets, using only plant-based and non-toxic ingredients that help reduce bacteria, clear clogged pores, and calm down inflammation. It's able to achieve all of this without drying out your pet's sensitive skin. It’s an excellent product to use to prevent future breakouts or as a spot treatment when their skin breaks out.
You can purchase the remedy alone, or there's an option to purchase it with a reusable cotton pad. The cotton pad makes it simple to gently clean your Sphynx’s skin while also reducing waste.
Clear Their Skin From Within
A balanced diet can do wonders for your cat's health in general, but it can positively affect their skin. Feeding your Sphynx a fresh, raw, and water-rich diet helps improve digestion, hydrate their skin, and reduce toxin buildup. All of these can help decrease acne flare-ups.
Processed and low-quality foods can contribute to dehydration and excess oil production.
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Don’t forget to keep your cat hydrated! Always offer clean water to your cat. Clean and fresh water is important for flushing out impurities that can show up as acne and keeping their skin hydrated.
A Clean Environment Is Important
Sphynx cats naturally have oily skin that can transfer onto their pet beds and furniture. Keeping your environment clean is key to preventing acne breakouts from returning. Make sure you regularly wash blankets, bedding, and clothing.
Also, switch to stainless steel or ceramic food bowls. Plastic can trap bacteria and cause their skin to become irritated or break out.
In Conclusion
Since Sphynx cats don't have fur, they will need a little extra help keeping their skin healthy and clean. By switching your cat's diet, using an acne remedy, and maintaining a clean environment, you'll aid in keeping your cat’s skin smooth, clear, and healthy. Your hairless baby deserves the best, and making small changes like this will make big differences!
With Love,
April Arguin A.S., C.P.N., M.P.H.
(aka) PetCoach-April
