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Kathryn Williams

Why do cats eat hair?

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Why do cats eat hair? It's a question that may be on your mind if your fur friend has recently started nibbling on your locks. While it may seem strange to us humans, your cat's hairy new hobby is likely nothing to worry about.

If you feed your kitty a diet of the best cat food, you might be wondering why on earth they're choosing to eat your hair as a snack in between meals. Although it's a bizarre behavior, eating human hair is one way our cats may choose to communicate with us. 

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