How long do flea drops take to work on cats?
You may start seeing results in as little as 12 hours, but give the medication at least 24 hours to really start doing its job. As mentioned previously, the fleas won’t die instantly when they come in contact with the spot treatment.
What happens if you put flea medication on a cat?
Take quick action — poisoning with some types of flea products can result in rapid death of your pet. Cat and dog flea medications aren’t interchangeable, as cats are particularly sensitive to pesticides and should only use flea treatments designed specifically for their use.
Why is my cat drooling after I put flea medication on her?
Proper application of flea medication is crucial to prevent flea control product toxicity. Should your cat inadvertently ingest even a small amount of the product, you might notice her beginning to drool excessively. Take quick action — poisoning with some types of flea products can result in rapid death of your pet.
What should I do if my cat ate a flea?
If a cat has been exposed to a dog flea product, then immediately contact a veterinarian, the emergency number on the product package or Pet Poison Helpline at 800-213-6680 for assistance. Q: I applied a flea collar to my pet and they chewed it off and ingested some of the product.
How to get rid of fleas on your cat-the spruce pets?
Bathe the Cat: If you and your cat are up to it, a bath will drown most remaining fleas. It isn’t necessary to use a “flea” shampoo or a “flea dip” for this purpose. Just a mild cat or baby shampoo will do the job handsomely.
Where do you put flea drops on a kitten?
Topical flea treatments are drops or gels that are applied at the base of your kitten’s neck. Because topical flea medications are pesticides, it’s very important to follow the manufacturer’s directions carefully and only use products labeled for use on kittens.
Take quick action — poisoning with some types of flea products can result in rapid death of your pet. Cat and dog flea medications aren’t interchangeable, as cats are particularly sensitive to pesticides and should only use flea treatments designed specifically for their use.
Why is my cat so afraid of flea treatment?
Yes, one of my cats tries to “run away” from the smell. But it subsides after about 24-48 hours. For some cats, it makes their skin itch. Please, please, please use a quality flea treatment like Advantage or Frontline. When I was younger (before I educated myself), I used a Hartz flea treatment on Boo and it landed him in the ER.
Is there detox for cats after flea treatment?
There isn’t a detox for cats to recover from a poisoning event caused by a flea treatment product for dogs (especially after four months); dog flea treatment are toxic for cats and may result in death in severe cases.
