Flea Treatment for cats
‘Prevention is better than cure’ – with fleas, this is very true!
Because parasites are constantly present in our surroundings, your feline buddy may be at danger of catching them at any time of year. But the greatest defence against infection for them, your house, and you is to get worms, ticks and flea treatments on a regular basis.
Among the numerous advantages of signing up for our Pet Health for Life Plan is the year-round tick, worming, and flea treatment in Oxford.
Cat Flea Treatment in Oxford
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Fleas may infect cats in a variety of settings and from a variety of sources. They reproduce quickly and may be a major annoyance to everyone if brought into the house.
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One flea may multiply to a thousand in just twenty-one days!
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Due to flea allergies, some cats get severe skin responses and hair loss after just a few bites. Fleas can bite your cat every five minutes, causing discomfort and itching, which can make your cat extremely unhappy.
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To begin an infestation, you only need to bring one flea into your house. The number of eggs laid by female fleas can rapidly increase the severity of a flea infestation in your house. Up to six months may pass before an adult flea emerges from its cocoon!
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Your family may be at risk from the many worms that infect your cat. Roundworms, hookworms, lungworms, and tapeworms are among the common worms that prey on pets in the United Kingdom.
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More than 10,000 eggs can be produced daily by some worm species, which are subsequently dispersed around the home by the pet's excrement.
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Fleas in Cats
Fleas are small, dark brown insects that are found year round across the United Kingdom and are the most prevalent skin parasite found in cats.
Usually, cats get fleas from their surroundings or by interacting with other animals. A home with installed carpets and central heating produces a warm, humid environment that is ideal for flea growth. Fleas lay eggs after feeding on blood. Up to fifty eggs can be laid by a single flea each day, and they will drop off wherever your cat walks. The larvae that emerge from the eggs reside in the shadowy corners of your house. After waiting for the proper cues to hatch into an adult flea, the larvae eventually spin a cocoon that can remain in the environment for up to two years before the cycle repeats again.
Your cat may have itchy, painful fleas, and you may detect little scabs around their necks or at the base of their tails, as well as irritated skin. Due to blood loss brought on by the parasites, flea infestations can result in anaemia, which is particularly harmful in kittens. In addition to feeding on you and your family, fleas don't care who they bite.
There are many flea medications available for cats that offer year-round protection. To learn what we can provide and suggest, it is preferable to get in touch with us. The best long-term flea control strategies include spot treatments and medicine administered as injections and pills. While some medicines target adult fleas, others disrupt the fleas' life cycle, and some of the more recent medications on the market do both! Cats shouldn't be exposed to flea treatment products since they might be poisonous.
Only treating your cat will help control any flea infestation; in order to avoid reinfestation, it is also essential to make sure that the fleas are killed and removed from the environment.
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Worms in Cats: Tapeworm and Roundworm
Understanding preventative flea and worm treatment alternatives is essential for cat owners to avoid any negative thoughts regarding worms in their pets.
Roundworms and tapeworms are the two kinds of intestinal parasites that are frequently identified in cats' digestive tracts.
The flat, tape-like worms known as tapeworms adhere to the intestinal wall. If your cat eats something that served as a host for the tapeworm eggs, like a flea or rat, they might get the infection. Since fleas may spread tapeworm, your cat is likely to have tapeworm if they exhibit flea-related symptoms.
Roundworms, which resemble earthworms more, reside in your cat's intestinal tract. Similar to tapeworms, their eggs are excreted in the faeces and, while not immediately contagious, become so within a few days and continue to be contagious for years! It is also typical for roundworms to be transmitted on from a mother to her kittens through the milk.
Worms in cats can cause symptoms including weight loss, discomfort, and diarrhoea, but they are not lethal.
Year-round worm prevention is advised for the majority of cats. Based on your cat's lifestyle and the type of worm you detected, we may recommend the appropriate product for you.
Parasite prevention for indoor cats: Do they need flea and worm treatment?
The truth is that indoor cats are still susceptible to parasites like fleas and worms, despite the widespread misconception that they don't require flea medication. Here's what you should know about keeping indoor cats free of parasites.
The use of preventative medications is essential since fleas and worms may infect even indoor cats. Fleas may make cats feel ill and unpleasant and can be carried indoors on clothing or other pets. By eating insects or coming into touch with contaminated waste, worms can spread. Cats that have roundworms, hookworms, or tapeworms may develop a number of health problems. Keeping your cat's environment clean is essential, as is using preventative treatments to reduce the risk of infestations.
Spread the Cost of Flea Treatments With Pet Health for Life
One excellent option to stretch the expense and save money on your pet's regular medical treatment is with our Pet Health for Life Plan. Along with regular examinations that maintain your cat in the best possible condition and contribute to their happy lives, you will receive all the necessary treatments to keep your cat free of worms, fleas, ticks, and ear mites.
