How To Treat A Cat For Fleas

Introduction

When it comes to cats, there’s one thing that can be troublesome for pet owners: fleas. When your cat has fleas it’s important to treat them quickly otherwise the infestation could spread and become more difficult to get rid of. But there are steps you can take to help prevent this from happening and in this article we’ll go over some of those things you can do as well as how to treat a cat for fleas if he already has them.

Buy an over the counter flea treatment and apply it to the cat’s fur.

To treat a cat for fleas, apply an over the counter flea treatment to its fur. Pet stores and online pet shops offer many options. You may want to ask your veterinarian for advice on which product would work best for you, your cat and its environment.

You should not use a dog flea treatment on a cat or vice versa because the medication may be toxic to cats or even children if they come into contact with it after application. Dogs are more likely than cats to have adverse reactions from certain medications and products because of their size; however, it is essential that you read all directions prior to using any type of medication on any animal in order to avoid potential dangers such as poisoning.

Put your cat in a bathtub and pour warm water over it until its skin is completely wet.

Put your cat in a bathtub and pour warm water over it until its skin is completely wet. Don’t forget to rinse off the soap residue with clean water.

Don’t use soap to wash the cat! It can cause irritation, dryness and flaking of the skin. If you do use shampoo, make sure it doesn’t contain any chemicals that might be harmful to cats (such as parabens).

Lather the shampoo up and rub it into your cat’s coat.

Lather the shampoo up and rub it into your cat’s coat.
Avoid using a shampoo that is too strong, as it could irritate your cat’s skin.
Use a lather that is suitable for the size of your pet and its coat type, since some shampoos are better suited to long-haired cats than short-haired ones.

Rinse your cat with water until all the shampoo has washed off of its skin.

Rinse your cat with water until all the shampoo has washed off of its skin.
Don’t rub or scratch your cat’s skin, as this can irritate it and cause irritation or infections.
Don’t dry your cat with a blow dryer, as this can dry out its skin and open up pores for infection.
Don’t use any conditioner on your cat’s fur when you are grooming it; instead just gently brush through the fur with a comb once a week to keep it smooth and clean-looking.

Dry your cat with a clean towel until his fur is damp.

If you have a blow dryer, use it to help speed up the drying process. Be sure not to use it on too high of heat or for too long; cats are sensitive creatures and can easily get burned if you’re not careful.

Don’t worry if you can’t get all the water out: as long as there’s enough moisture in their coat that they won’t get cold, they’ll be fine!

Give your cat a dose of oral medication to help treat the fleas that are on your pet.

Your veterinarian will recommend the best medication for your cat and how often it should be administered. They may prescribe one of the following:

Oral medications are tablets or liquids that are given to your cat orally. Some oral medications can be given once a day, while others are given two or three times per week.
Topical products go on the skin of your pet and kill fleas by contact rather than ingestion. The most common topical product is a dip that kills both adult fleas and their eggs on contact; this type of dip will need to be reapplied every 30 days if you continue to see signs of infestation.
Spot-on products apply directly onto your pet’s skin at strategic points around its body (usually on the back) where fleas like to bite them; these products provide long-lasting protection for up to three months at a time with no extra applications necessary during this time period.

Cats are great pets but they can get fleas like dogs can, so be prepared by treating them quickly.

Cats can get fleas just like dogs, and the treatment is pretty much the same. However, it’s important to remember that cats can also get them from other animals, including other cats and their human owners. Some of the most common places for fleas to live are in carpets and furniture, so be sure to inspect these areas closely if you notice any signs of an infestation. If a pet has a bad case of fleas on its own or if it’s been bitten by an animal who’s already got them, then it may be best to take both animals into see a vet right away.

Conclusion

If your cat has fleas, you can get rid of them quickly and easily by bathing your pet in a special shampoo. After the bath, use oral medication to fight off the fleas that remain on your cat’s skin so that it doesn’t have any problems with these pests again.