Is flea medicine necessary for cats?
“Ticks and mosquitoes are dangerous to the health of people as well as pets,” says Dr. Jill Lopez, a veterinarian with Merck Animal Health. “For that reason, flea and tick protection is essential for all dogs and cats that live with you.”
Do you have to treat your cat for fleas?
If you have a cat, flea treatments are essential for their wellbeing. You will need them at some point. It is better to have them on hand so you can treat the problems as soon as they prop up. Fleas are best if you treat them as soon as possible.
Do you have to give flea Meds to indoor cats?
I would assume that an indoor-only cat wouldn’t need flea meds. Unless people or dogs bring the fleas inside, the indoor cats shouldn’t be exposed to fleas. This wouldn’t be the case if you have indoor/outdoor cats, of course.
Is it safe to give a dog flea treatment?
Many flea treatments for dogs are toxic for cats. Ingredients like permethrin are commonly included in dog flea and tick treatments, which can actually kill cats. Always follow the instructions on the product’s label with regards to dosing amounts and frequency unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian.
Do you need a prescription for flea medication?
Keep small children and other pets away from treated cats while topical flea medications are drying or being absorbed by the skin. Many different topical brands are available. Some are OTC, while others need a prescription. Here are some of your options:
I would assume that an indoor-only cat wouldn’t need flea meds. Unless people or dogs bring the fleas inside, the indoor cats shouldn’t be exposed to fleas. This wouldn’t be the case if you have indoor/outdoor cats, of course.
Many flea treatments for dogs are toxic for cats. Ingredients like permethrin are commonly included in dog flea and tick treatments, which can actually kill cats. Always follow the instructions on the product’s label with regards to dosing amounts and frequency unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian.
What should I give my Cat for fleas and ticks?
Your veterinarian can recommend the best year-round protection against fleas and ticks. Ask for the safest, newest and most effective treatments such as: Activyl Spot-On for Cats and Kittens, delivers monthly flea control.
Keep small children and other pets away from treated cats while topical flea medications are drying or being absorbed by the skin. Many different topical brands are available. Some are OTC, while others need a prescription. Here are some of your options:
