Flea Control Kittens

What To Do About Fleas

External parasites live on a cats skin. They not only cause irritation, but sometimes carry other diseases. As you groom your cat, examine its coat for any evidence of parasites.

Fleas are tiny insects that feed on the blood of animals and create mild to severe discomfort. They cause chronic scratching and, if swallowed by a cat, can also transmit tapeworms. Flea bite allergy is the most common allergy affecting cats. It occurs when a cat is exposed to flea saliva as the flea bites. The saliva acts as an allergen and can cause intense itching. Hair loss and skin infections are other signs of flea allergy. Controlling fleas is essential in managing this type of allergy.

Fleas can hatch in a cats bedding, carpets, furniture and outdoor areas. To control fleas, a cats environment as well as the cat must be treated. Keeping the environment flea-free involves dealing with all stages of the flea life cycle. Fleas live on host animals and move readily from cat to cat, man to man, or from man to cat or other animals. Eggs are laid loose in the cat's coat and generally fall off soon afterwards and are usually hatched in four to seven days. Animals passing through an infested area pick up these newly hatched and developing fleas.

Special attention should be paid to a cats sleeping area. It should be kept clean and the bedding should be washed frequently. In the house, thoroughly vacuum all carpets and crevices, under cushions, rugs and in the corners of upholstered furniture. Discard the vacuum bag because it may harbor fleas. Some flea control in the yard is possible through spraying. Thorough cleaning and vacuuming help, but a professional exterminator may be needed to control heavy infestations. Multiple treatments may be needed to remove fleas from the household environment. Fleas are diagnosed by finding either the parasites themselves or black specks called flea dirt (flea excrement) on a cat's coat.

Many preparations are available to aid in flea control. A once-a-month tablet for flea control is available through veterinarians. This tablet kills the flea eggs deposited on a cat. Adult fleas can still bite the cat and deposit eggs. Cats can get an allergic reaction from the flea bites as well as tapeworms.

The once-a-month tablet is a preventative. Products to control fleas in the house and yard are also needed in a complete flea control program, especially in the case of moderate to severe infestations. Be certain the label on any product you use states the product is safe for cats and follow label directions. Your veterinarian can also provide advice about products that will be effective in your particular situation.

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Merial Frontline Plus Flea and Tick Control for Cats and Kittens, 3 Doses, For Cats 8 Weeks and Older List Price: $60.00 Sale Price: $25.49 You save: $34.51 (58%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Flea & Tick Spot On Features Fast-acting, long-lasting flea and tick control for your pet Kills fleas, flea eggs, lice, and ticks For cats 8 weeks and older Waterproof Each dose offers continuous protection for 30 days

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Zodiac Spot On PLUS Flea & Tick Control For Cats & Kittens Under 5Lbs. 4-pack List Price: $17.89 Sale Price: $14.98 You save: $2.91 (16%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Flea and tick control when you need it The popular Zodiac line helps pet owners stop existing flea and tick problems dead -- and prevent their reoccurrence -- with a full selection of proven, affordably priced products. Features Kills fleas and deer ticks for up to 1 month Kills and repels mosquitoes for up to 18 days Kills flea eggs for up to 1 month Stops flea life cycle and prevents reinfestation Pet Specifix applicator shape helps prevent misuse on dogs

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Bio Guard Shampoo for Dogs, Cats, and Kittens, 12 oz Sale Price: $9.49   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Bio Guard Shampoo for Dogs, Cats, Puppies and Kittens Features Won?t remove Bio Spot® Advantage® Frontline® or Zodiac® topical flea control products Gentle water based formula lathers up quickly rinses out easily pH balanced will not irritate skin Conditions coats and leaves a fresh clean scent Gentle enough to use on kittens and puppies

Novartis Capstar Flea Treatment Green Tabs for Dogs and Cats 25 Pounds or Over, 6 Tablets List Price: $32.99 Sale Price: $22.93 You save: $10.06 (30%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description The fleas on the pet are in the adult stage. An adult, female flea, living on a pet, can lay up to 2,000 eggs in her lifetime. With CAPSTAR (nitenpyram), almost all adult fleas will die within 4 hours for dogs and 6 hours for cats. Features Oral tablet for controlling adult fleas in cats and dogs Active ingredient is Nitenpyram, which interferes with normal nerve transmission and kills fleas For cats and dogs 25 pounds and up Should be given orally no more often than once per day Please read all label information on delivery

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Bio Spot Flea & Tick Collar for Cats & Kittens, BreakAway, 8 Month Sale Price: $10.39   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Bio Spot BreakAway Flea & Tick Collar for Cats & Kittens Features 8 month flea protection Kills fleas and ticks Kills flea eggs to prevent reinfestation Unique design minimizes risk of injury

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