A user shared a tragic experience where their cat died after being exposed to Minoxidil, warning others of its toxicity to pets. Some users discussed switching to oral hairloss treatments, while others expressed condolences and shared their own concerns and experiences with topical treatments around pets.
The user has been on finasteride for 1.5 years with good results but avoids minoxidil due to pet safety concerns. They're considering alternatives like Redensyl and natural remedies like rosemary oil and stinging nettle tincture for hairloss.
User experienced hairloss and tried various treatments, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Spironolactone. They face a dilemma between continuing treatments for hair regrowth and having a therapy cat, as Minoxidil is toxic to cats.
The user is seeking advice on safe hairloss treatments for a household with pets, avoiding minoxidil due to its danger to cats. They are considering alternatives like dutasteride and looking for affordable options.
A user applied minoxidil for hairloss and worried about its toxicity to cats after their cat drank from a water fountain they touched. After consulting a vet and pet poison control, they were reassured that the exposure was not enough to harm the cat, and others advised using gloves and being cautious in the future.