{"id":111613,"date":"2022-04-23T05:58:05","date_gmt":"2022-04-23T05:58:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/"},"modified":"2022-04-23T05:58:05","modified_gmt":"2022-04-23T05:58:05","slug":"what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/","title":{"rendered":"What months do cats shed the most?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#What_months_do_cats_shed_the_most\" title=\"What months do cats shed the most?\">What months do cats shed the most?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#How_long_does_it_take_cat_to_shed_winter_coat\" title=\"How long does it take cat to shed winter coat?\">How long does it take cat to shed winter coat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Do_indoor_cats_shed_a_winter_coat\" title=\"Do indoor cats shed a winter coat?\">Do indoor cats shed a winter coat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Do_indoor_cats_shed_seasonally\" title=\"Do indoor cats shed seasonally?\">Do indoor cats shed seasonally?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#What_time_of_year_do_cats_stop_shedding\" title=\"What time of year do cats stop shedding?\">What time of year do cats stop shedding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Do_cats_shed_more_in_the_warmer_months\" title=\"Do cats shed more in the warmer months?\">Do cats shed more in the warmer months?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Why_is_my_cat_shedding_so_much_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why is my cat shedding so much all of a sudden?\">Why is my cat shedding so much all of a sudden?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#How_do_I_get_my_cats_winter_coat_off\" title=\"How do I get my cat&#8217;s winter coat off?\">How do I get my cat&#8217;s winter coat off?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Do_indoor_cats_shed_winter_coat\" title=\"Do indoor cats shed winter coat?\">Do indoor cats shed winter coat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_cats_to_start_shedding\" title=\"How long does it take for cats to start shedding?\">How long does it take for cats to start shedding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#How_often_do_cats_shed_their_coats\" title=\"How often do cats shed their coats?\">How often do cats shed their coats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Why_do_indoor_cats_get_winter_coat\" title=\"Why do indoor cats get winter coat?\">Why do indoor cats get winter coat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Why_are_my_indoor_cats_shedding_so_much\" title=\"Why are my indoor cats shedding so much?\">Why are my indoor cats shedding so much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#How_often_should_you_wash_your_indoor_cat\" title=\"How often should you wash your indoor cat?\">How often should you wash your indoor cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Do_indoor_cats_have_shedding_seasons\" title=\"Do indoor cats have shedding seasons?\">Do indoor cats have shedding seasons?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Why_do_indoor_cats_shed_so_much\" title=\"Why do indoor cats shed so much?\">Why do indoor cats shed so much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Why_is_my_indoor_cat_shedding_in_winter\" title=\"Why is my indoor cat shedding in winter?\">Why is my indoor cat shedding in winter?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#What_time_of_year_do_cats_shed_the_most\" title=\"What time of year do cats shed the most?\">What time of year do cats shed the most?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#What_season_do_cats_shed_the_least\" title=\"What season do cats shed the least?\">What season do cats shed the least?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#How_long_does_seasonal_shedding_last_in_cats\" title=\"How long does seasonal shedding last in cats?\">How long does seasonal shedding last in cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Do_cats_shed_more_when_it_gets_warm\" title=\"Do cats shed more when it gets warm?\">Do cats shed more when it gets warm?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Why_is_my_cat_shedding_more_than_usual\" title=\"Why is my cat shedding more than usual?\">Why is my cat shedding more than usual?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#Do_indoor_cats_shed_more_in_the_summer\" title=\"Do indoor cats shed more in the summer?\">Do indoor cats shed more in the summer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_cat_is_shedding_too_much\" title=\"How do I know if my cat is shedding too much?\">How do I know if my cat is shedding too much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-months-do-cats-shed-the-most-3\/#How_do_I_get_rid_of_my_cats_winter_coat\" title=\"How do I get rid of my cats winter coat?\">How do I get rid of my cats winter coat?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_months_do_cats_shed_the_most\"><\/span>What months do cats shed the most?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats tend to shed most in <b>spring and fall as their bodies prepare for seasonal swings in temperature. If you notice excessive shedding during other seasons, your cat may be suffering from allergies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_cat_to_shed_winter_coat\"><\/span>How long does it take cat to shed winter coat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Expect the shedding to last anywhere from <b>a few weeks to a couple of months. If your cat sheds year-round or in spurts, itx26#39;s likely a sign their circadian rhythm is off and theyx26#39;re not getting enough natural sunlight. If they donx26#39;t shed at all, it might be worth a trip to the vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_shed_a_winter_coat\"><\/span>Do indoor cats shed a winter coat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Depending on breed and environment (among other factors), cats normally lose and regrow their millions of hairs on a routine basis. Not all cats shed a heavy winter undercoat during the spring, or lose dry hairs in the fall to make room for a heavier winter coat. <b>Indoor-only cats may have a steady shed year-round<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_shed_seasonally\"><\/span>Do indoor cats shed seasonally?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Indoor cats shed at any time of the year and the amount of shedding hair is less than outdoor cats due to the artificial light inside the house, and from the controlled temperature in your home. Outdoor cats shed in the spring when the days start to lengthen and they spend more time outside.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_time_of_year_do_cats_stop_shedding\"><\/span>What time of year do cats stop shedding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Indoor cats shed at any time of the year and the amount of shedding hair is less than outdoor cats due to the artificial light inside the house, and from the controlled temperature in your home. Outdoor cats shed in the spring when the days start to lengthen and they spend more time outside.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_shed_more_in_the_warmer_months\"><\/span>Do cats shed more in the warmer months?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kitten fur sheds very little until they begin to reach adulthood. <b>Between the ages of 6 to 12 months the coat, which is normally a little shorter and fluffier than the adult coat, begins to fall away to allow the adult coat to begin to grow in.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_cat_shedding_so_much_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why is my cat shedding so much all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes, cats shed more when they are hot.<\/b> Cats begin to regrow their winter coats in the fall, which keeps them warm during the colder months.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_cats_winter_coat_off\"><\/span>How do I get my cat&#8217;s winter coat off?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats shed year-round but lose their thick winter coats in the spring when the days start to get longer, Petcha says. This means youx26#39;ll likely see a larger amount of shedding during that time. Solution: <b>Spend a few minutes each day brushing your cat to lessen the amount of hair in your home<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_shed_winter_coat\"><\/span>Do indoor cats shed winter coat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Depending on breed and environment (among other factors), cats normally lose and regrow their millions of hairs on a routine basis. Not all cats shed a heavy winter undercoat during the spring, or lose dry hairs in the fall to make room for a heavier winter coat. <b>Indoor-only cats may have a steady shed year-round<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_cats_to_start_shedding\"><\/span>How long does it take for cats to start shedding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>6 and 12 months<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_do_cats_shed_their_coats\"><\/span>How often do cats shed their coats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>twice yearly<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_indoor_cats_get_winter_coat\"><\/span>Why do indoor cats get winter coat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to Catsonville Cat Clinic, cats adapt to environmental changes by growing a thicker coat in the winter. That thickness primarily comes from the undercoat, which consists of finer, shorter, softer hairs. Those hairs increase during the winter <b>to help trap your catx26#39;s body heat<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_my_indoor_cats_shedding_so_much\"><\/span>Why are my indoor cats shedding so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Indoor cats shed at any time of the year and the amount of shedding hair is less than outdoor cats due to the artificial light inside the house, and from the controlled temperature in your home. Outdoor cats shed in the spring when the days start to lengthen and they spend more time outside.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_you_wash_your_indoor_cat\"><\/span>How often should you wash your indoor cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just as shedding hair is normal for people, so is it for cats. Felines usually lose more hair in spring, as the weather warms. But <b>cats also shed because of medical issues such as stress, poor diet, allergies, medication, infection, and sunburn<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_have_shedding_seasons\"><\/span>Do indoor cats have shedding seasons?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Not all cats shed a heavy winter undercoat during the spring, or lose dry hairs in the fall to make room for a heavier winter coat. <b>Indoor-only cats may have a steady shed year-round. Each cat has a unique shedding pattern.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_indoor_cats_shed_so_much\"><\/span>Why do indoor cats shed so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Indoor cats are exposed to air conditioning in the summer and heaters in the winter, as well as artificial lighting. This can cause some confusion to their system which can result in relatively constant shedding. Another thing that impacts your catx26#39;s shedding is whether theyx26#39;re a long or short-haired breed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_indoor_cat_shedding_in_winter\"><\/span>Why is my indoor cat shedding in winter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When therex26#39;s less sunlight, cats start growing short, fluffy secondary hairs whose job is to provide insulation. <b>When therex26#39;s more sunlight, cats start shedding. Indoor cats are exposed to less natural sunlight and more artificial light; their bodies lose track of seasonal changes, and they shed constantly year round.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_time_of_year_do_cats_shed_the_most\"><\/span>What time of year do cats shed the most?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats tend to shed most in <b>spring and fall as their bodies prepare for seasonal swings in temperature. If you notice excessive shedding during other seasons, your cat may be suffering from allergies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_season_do_cats_shed_the_least\"><\/span>What season do cats shed the least?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats tend to shed most in <b>spring and fall as their bodies prepare for seasonal swings in temperature. If you notice excessive shedding during other seasons, your cat may be suffering from allergies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_seasonal_shedding_last_in_cats\"><\/span>How long does seasonal shedding last in cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The outdoor cats shed in the spring and fall when the days start to lengthen and there is more sunlight. You will not see much, if any, shedding of your outdoor cat during the <b>winter months because they naturally will hold on to all their fur to use as thermal protection from the cold conditions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_shed_more_when_it_gets_warm\"><\/span>Do cats shed more when it gets warm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats tend to shed most in <b>spring and fall as their bodies prepare for seasonal swings in temperature. If you notice excessive shedding during other seasons, your cat may be suffering from allergies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_cat_shedding_more_than_usual\"><\/span>Why is my cat shedding more than usual?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>An indoors cat will start to shed when the days become longer, and some experts report that even artificial light could prompt a cat to begin a u201cshedding schedule.u201d And in the winter, as days shorten, cats will drop their summer coats and get a thicker winter coat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_shed_more_in_the_summer\"><\/span>Do indoor cats shed more in the summer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cats tend to shed more during times of stress or if theyx26#39;re scared or nervous. Age. As cats get older, they tend to groom themselves less often. This can lead to either more shedding or their fur getting matted.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_cat_is_shedding_too_much\"><\/span>How do I know if my cat is shedding too much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So, the first sign that your cat may be shedding too much is <b>when you notice more hair than usual. Another clue: excess grooming. Cats groom themselves up to half the time theyx26#39;re awake.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_rid_of_my_cats_winter_coat\"><\/span>How do I get rid of my cats winter coat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Regular brushing can help reduce the amount of fur your cat sheds. They might not immediately thank you for this, but bathing them can also help the coat and skin during a heavier shed. Likewise, adding certain ingredients or supplements to your petx26#39;s diet can add luster and shine to a drab or dry coat.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What months do cats shed the most?How long does it take cat to shed winter coat?Do indoor cats shed a winter coat?Do indoor cats shed seasonally?What time of year do cats stop shedding?Do cats shed more in the warmer months?Why is my cat shedding so much all of a sudden?How do I&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-111613","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/111613"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=111613"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/111613\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=111613"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=111613"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=111613"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}