How do I get my cat to stop obsessively licking?

How do I get my cat to stop obsessively licking?

When your cat licks you, she is grooming you. That grooming, however, has become an obsession, and has extended itself to inanimate objects. You can stop her from licking by increasing the amount of playtime you have with her, replacing the licking with some other activity.Mar 7, 2017

Why is my cat licking the hair off his belly?

A: “Fur mowing,” as this behavior is sometimes called, is usually caused by an underlying health condition such as hyperthyroidism, allergies (or some other itchy skin disease) or parasites. ... The licking behavior may cause the brain to release natural painkillers called endorphins that relieve the cat's anxiety.Feb 7, 2018

Why is my cat licking herself bald?

Psychogenic alopecia is a stress-related disorder. It is an obsessive-compulsive behavior where the cats suddenly cannot stop licking or chewing at themselves. Since grooming releases endorphins (hormones that make the cat happy), they will often partake in this pleasurable and relaxing ritual to help calm themselves.

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