Cat licking herself

[dorter]

my cat can't stop licking herself. this is not just cleanliness - it's out the other side! She is brushed regularly and is nervous so she doesn't go outside. why does she do this? seriously it's non-stop and leaves her with bald patches. She is very loved and I am starting to worry about it

[woofgang]

This sounds like a nervous activity. How old id your cat? lIke people, cats get alzheimers disease and this kind of activity can be a symptom of that. I know I always say this, but it sounds like you need some professional advice, ie the vet

[dorter]

cat is 8yrs old and the vet has no idea about it either

[rumanshu]

you could always check out www.catchow.com website by purina as it has lots of letters from cat owners with problems.