It’s one of the most common questions we hear – how much does a cat weigh? I have seven indoor cats, six of which are rescues. A while back, I could have told you they weighed at least 55 pounds combined. But after 4 visits from the vet in the past year (and spending several hundred dollars) and two of my kitties needing to lose weight for their health, I’ve learned a little about how much does a cat 259d weight, and it isn’t what I wanted to hear.
The Cat 259D weighs around 10,000 pounds. This is a giant machine that can weigh more than 25 tons, which means it has a lot of weight to carry. That weight comes from its massive engine and tank system, which are both necessary for the Cat 259D to function properly.
The Cat 259D has an engine that’s almost 12 feet tall and 15 feet wide, so you can imagine how much space those engines take up in the front of the machine. The tank system sits right behind the engine and needs to be large enough to hold fuel and other fluids needed for operation.
For comparison purposes, many cars weigh no more than 5-10 tons total when empty (including driver). So this machine weighs about twice as much as a car!
Natural Remedies For Fleas
Try these natural remedies before you resort to harsh chemicals to get rid of fleas.
The best way to deal with fleas is to prevent them in the first place. A natural, holistic approach can be better for your pet and the environment than harsh chemicals like Frontline or Advantage. If you have an older or sick animal, or if your vet recommends it, then a chemical pesticide may be necessary. But before you try anything else, consider these natural remedies:
- Flea combing – this method works by physically removing fleas from your pet’s body hair as they jump onto the comb (or another tool). You can get a quality flea comb at any pet store or online marketplace for around $12–$15 USD per instrument.
- Boric acid powder – sprinkle food-grade boric acid in areas where pets spend most of their time (like bedding), then vacuum up any remaining residue once every few weeks to keep the area clean between treatments. This method works by dehydrating and killing adult fleas on contact while repelling future infestations through odor prevention methods such as “negative ionization.”
- Apple cider vinegar rinse – mix equal parts apple cider vinegar with distilled water in a spray bottle and use daily during bathing sessions until all signs of infestation are gone; don’t worry about staining fur because ACV is safe enough to drink!
Wash all of your pet’s bedding and any soft surfaces such as carpets, rugs or furniture.
Washing all of your pet’s bedding and any soft surfaces such as carpets, rugs or furniture is an important step in the flea control process. Fleas can also be found in your houseplants.
To properly wash these items, use a good detergent or soap (preferably one that is safe for pets) and hot water. Launder the items in the washing machine on the hottest cycle available; then place them in the dryer on high heat setting until they are completely dry.
Sprinkle salt on your carpets and vacuum thoroughly.
If you want to use natural methods, one of the best is sprinkling salt on your carpet. Salt has been proven effective in killing fleas and ticks, but it’s also safe for pets and kids.
Salts, such as sodium chloride or potassium chloride can be used for a variety of things; cooking, cleaning and even medical treatments. If you’re looking to get rid of those pesky fleas without using harsh chemicals, here is a step-by-step guide:
- Vacuum all carpets thoroughly before starting this remedy. This will help loosen up any dirt or dust that may have fallen off while vacuuming so that it doesn’t get left behind when we apply the salt treatment later on when we vacuum again after this process is complete.*
When you wash your pet’s bedding, use plenty of hot water and a little vinegar in the final rinse cycle.
When you wash your pet’s bedding, use plenty of hot water and a little vinegar in the final rinse cycle. Vinegar is a natural flea repellent, and hot water helps kill flea eggs.
Make a solution of warm water, eucalyptus oil and lavender oil.
- Mix 2 tablespoons of eucalyptus oil, 1 tablespoon of lavender oil and 2 cups water in a small bowl.
- Apply the mixture to your pet’s fur by hand or with a spray bottle.
- Allow it to sit for at least five minutes before rinsing off the excess solution.
Dust your pets with boric acid powder.
Boric acid powder is an effective flea killer, but you’ll want to use it carefully.
- Dust your pet’s fur with boric acid powder. Use a small brush or rag to dust the area behind your pet’s ears and around its neck, avoiding the eyes, nose and mouth. If you’re applying this remedy on your dog or cat’s face, use a damp cloth to wipe away any excess powder from their faces immediately afterward so they don’t accidentally ingest it.
- Don’t use boric acid on nursing animals or pregnant pets—it can be harmful for their young ones!
- Avoid using this treatment if your pet has open wounds (or open sores) as it could cause further inflammation and irritation there—but you can dust them with pyridoxine hydrochloride instead (see below).
Vacuum your home daily.
You can also use a vacuum to help get rid of the fleas in your home. Vacuuming is not only a great way to remove adult fleas, but it’s also an effective way to remove flea eggs and larvae.
The best time to vacuum is when you first notice that there are no adult fleas in your home, or at least before you start seeing them again after treatment. Vacuuming daily will keep reducing the population over time until they are gone completely. You should be careful about using one of those expensive upright vacuums for this process because they don’t have enough suction power for removing eggs or larvae from carpets and rugs; however, if you do have one handy then go ahead and use it on those areas where there aren’t too many hiding spots like under furniture cushions etc…
Simple household items can go a long way to fight fleas
Before you go out and buy expensive flea sprays and powders, consider some of the household items you can use to fight fleas.
- Salt is a natural way to kill fleas. Mix one cup of salt with three cups of hot water in a spray bottle. Shake well before each use, then spray on your pets and furniture and carpets that may have been contaminated by the pests. The salt will dry out the flea eggs, killing them before they hatch into adults.
- Vinegar is another ingredient in many homemade remedies for killing ticks and fleas. This substance kills adult fleas on contact as well as preventing new ones from hatching from their eggs or larvae stage within 24 hours after application!
- Eucalyptus oil is known for its insect repellant properties – especially when combined with peppermint or citronella oil – but it also has anti-parasitic effects against ticks which makes it an effective natural way to prevent infestations without using harmful chemicals on your pet’s fur coat! In addition: boric acid is an effective poison against many types of insects; however there are some side effects listed below which should be considered before deciding if this remedy would be safe enough for your situation at home or elsewhere…