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I've tried posting pictures but it say low memory
 
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Does anyone have any ideas to stopped my cat have making herself bald the onesie idea doesn't work they just fall right off of her. the cone collar is way too big and if I go any smaller it whines up choking her
 

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Hi. Sorry you aren't getting much help. Why is the onsie falling off of her?

Also, see if this would help with you uploading a pic:
Web Resizer - Making Photos Faster - Optimize pictures for websites and email

Although, low memory could be related to the tool/equipment you are using to try to upload with?? Or, perhaps this link would help you more:

How To Add A Picture To Your Forum Post

What all have you tried from what the members here have offered you in terms of relieving the itchiness?

Also, if you have tried a lot of the suggestions, are there any of these places nearby you that you could call and see if there are some that are less expensive or would allow you to pay on a payment plan?

Best 30 Veterinary Clinics Hospitals in Columbiana, AL with Reviews - YP.com

We will continue to try to help, just give us some more information. Thanks!!!!
 

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Does anyone have any ideas to stopped my cat have making herself bald the onesie idea doesn't work they just fall right off of her. the cone collar is way too big and if I go any smaller it whines up choking her
The only way to stop is to find the underlying cause and remove this cause. You know your cat the best, try to figure out if she is stressed and if so, why. Is it food? Is it litter? You need to experiment and observe and find the reason.

Onesie/cone may only stop her from grooming, but it will not give her any relief to her itchiness.
 

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I'd work with the premise of a food allergy first. Food allergies can make you itch. Cats who itch tend to pull their fur out.

Try to find a food with one protein source. Whatever you pick make a list of the ingredients so you can keep track of what you've tried and how it effects her. I'm not sure of the details, we lucked up in getting it right the first three times.

There are threads on this site about elimination diets to determine allergies. try putting food allergies into the search.

Cats can be allergic to all kinds of food, ours is allergic to chicken, many are. some are allergic to peas.

It takes awhile to clear the cat's system - let whatever she's allergic to work it's way out of her system. Then it takes awhile longer - several weeks - for enough fur to grow back to see the difference.
 

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Just keep in mind, food allergy testing is a long process. You usually need several weeks to determine whether or not one food source is the issue.

When you get back on this site, go through the posts, and give us an update on what you are/are not trying, answer any questions you have not already answered and see if that helps us help you. :)
 
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Here is a picture of her. Shot her food with Rachael Ray and I'm saying no improvement yet. She uses the litter box once then uses it in the floor.I sewed up a onesie for her but she pees on it so I have to take it off to wash it and the process she has made herself worse as you can see in the picture. She also seems very very depressed I don't know what to do anymore ☹
 
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Switched not shot.
 

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She looks like she has to feel very miserable. Have you tried an oatmeal bath? There is a colloidal oatmeal lotion that you add to a bathtub of water; however, the best results are gotten if you can get the cat to sit in it for about 10 minutes. No rinsing, just drying after you get her out.

You can also make a natural tea out of sprigs of fresh catnip and apply the liquid with a cotton ball to relieve itching, or bathe her in it.

Buying another onesie so you always have a clean one to put on her would be helpful.

It's been two weeks since you started posting about her skin issue - have you been able to start putting money aside for a vet visit? I truly don't think you are going to get this resolved on your own. Ideally, it would be helpful if the vet would give her a steroid shot or some form of anti-inflammatory - just to give her some temporary relief - she is in desperate need of that.

Is she still eating/drinking normally?
 
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She eats and drinks just fine. As far as money goes no I haven't saved anything. I'm unemployed, I get my disability check once a month. And it's not alot right now I only have $70 left in the bank
 

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I've noticed now her belly seams bloated now
 
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They should update their list Imom has been closed since 2016
 

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Could it be mange? Maybe try Revolution or Frontline Plus on the back of the neck.
 

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Just wanted to post these so you can find a way to get your cat vet care:

No Money For Vet Care? How To Find Help And Save Your Cat's Life
Financial Aid for Pets

Do you have a Petsmart nearby that you can get a ride to from a neighbor, friend, co-worker, etc? Many Petsmart stores have a Banfield vet hospital on site that offers a free first visit. But all treatment, meds, etc your cat may need cost extra.
Hi! Did these links help?
Did the chamomile tea, the oatmeal bath or the catnip wash mentioned in other posts above help?

Just to mention again, the chamomile tea is made by brewing the tea, --bought at a grocery store, as you would if you were going to drink some.

Cool it and apply it to your cat's body, everywhere it's red and itchy.

It is anti fungal, anti bacterial, will ease the itch and if your cat licks it, it's safe.

Drink some yourself as well, with honey, to ease your stress :)

Also, play music. There is low volume classical harp music in specific, and also free classical music kusc . org

Music is known to help cats relax.
 
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I haven't tried the tea yet I will try that next. She got better for a little while. She was just scratching her head now she back to scratching her body. Ive changed the food and the litter but nothing
 

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My cat did this with the scratching himself raw. I took him in, I'm broke too but got him pet insurance, they pay 90 percent of everything.
He had allergy testing and is basically allergic to everything! Many foods and things in the environment. I had to change his food and read the ingredients to make sure there was nothing in it he was allergic to. He had tons of antibiotics and steroids. Now he worked up to I give him an allergy shot every two weeks and atopica twice a week or more if needed. He hates cones and takes off clothes as well.
Without the allergy testing you're going to be dealing with these symptoms indefinitely. The treatments made a huge difference for my Ruby and he looked and felt so much better.
Unfortunately stress seems to exacerbate allergies. My other cat had to be euthanized two days ago which was very devastating. Ruby. Now he's been scratching and overgrooming again and already has a large scab on his back.
When I lost my job and had low income one vet hospital let me apply for financial aid and they covered a lot.
If you're on disability you're still allowed to work part time. Maybe try to think of something you can do that's out of the box
 
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