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Sent to Cat Experts September 07, 2005 6:57 p.m.

i have a lot of questions... how much does a vet. visit cost for a cat that may need treatment for earmites, and to look at a sore on his ear? Also how much to the tests usually run ex:blood tests, heart monitoring, to test for skin cancer? Is there anything wrong with a cat that has clumping of the hair in the spine of thier back? and how can you detect if there is "walking dandruff" as opposed to reg. dandruff?
Thanks so much, i looked online for all these anwsers, but was unsuccessful. Please help

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September 07, 2005 7:52 p.m. (55 minutes and 21 seconds later)

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The dandruff can occur because the skin is unhealthy under the hair.

You should trim off the offending hair and then bathe the cat with a gentle shampoo.

You should also talk to your vet about giving your cat a supplement that contains omega three fatty acids. This will treat any skin problems from the inside out.

Most cats that are in good health will groom themselves so well that they don't get mats or have flakes. Since she is not, I would worry more about a health condition that might be making her not take good care of her grooming.

I think that you should see your vet for a workup.

A vet visit should be between 35 and 50 dollars. Blood work would be extra and can range from $10-100.

Let me know if you still have specific questions.

Let me know if you still have questions.

Tammy F. -- Cat Care Expert -- 99% Positive Feedback on 809 Cat Accepts
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