Over-Groomed Cat (IMAGE)

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Over-Groomed Cat

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Subtle behavioral changes, such as hiding away for long periods of time, as well as more obvious changes, such as over-grooming to the point of losing fur, are all potential signs of stress in pet cats

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Marta Amat, School of Veterinary Science, Autonomous University of Barcelona.

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