Dry, flaky skin on your cat? Here's what helps
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Spotted white flakes in your cat's coat since the heating came on? You're not alone. Cats spend much of the winter curled up somewhere warm, and warm, dry indoor air can leave skin feeling tight and flaky.
A few gentle fixes:
- Brush them regularly. A soft brush lifts loose flakes and spreads natural oils through the coat. Most cats come round to it with a treat or two.
- Help with the hard-to-reach bits. Older or heavier cats often struggle to groom along their lower back, which is where flakes tend to build up.
- Keep them hydrated. Fresh water in a few spots around the house, or some wet food in their diet, all helps.
- Move the bed back a little. Right next to the radiator is cosy, but it's also very drying.
What we use
Cat Stuff is a gentle, fragrance-free balm made for feline skin. It's safe if licked, which matters with cats, and a fingertip's worth covers a small patch. Patch test first, then use once or twice a day. It comes with our 60-day money-back guarantee.