Tuesday, July 17, 2018

The Do's & Don'ts To Know Regarding Cats And Fleas

By Robin Setser


If you think that all fleas do is cause itching, you'd be mistaken. As a matter of fact, it's not far-fetched for a feline to die as a result of their flea-related problems not being solved. This is where preventive measures come into play, and your local veterinary specialist will be able to help in this respect. To make this endeavor less taxing on your end, please adhere to the following do's & don'ts as closely as possible.

DO take the time to brush your cat's fur. With a fine-toothed comb, brush your cat's fur a few times each day. This will be particularly stressed if your cat goes outside on a regular basis. This type of comb will help to remove any lingering pests, fleas included, as well as the eggs that they might have laid. When it comes to the responsibilities of pet ownership, brushing is one of the most important. Needless to say, the reasons to do so are numerous.

DON'T forget to clean your home. No matter how clean your cat might be, it's possible that the elements will still seep into your home. This is why you should regularly clean the home, dusting shelves and vacuuming floors so that these pests will make less of an impression. It might take more time out of your day, but the fact that you were able to carry out this additional effort will benefit your pet's wellbeing that much more.

DO focus on natural methods. There exists a number of home methods that can prevent fleas. One of the main reasons this matters is the danger of chemicals, which can be applied to your pet's fur if you're not careful. Seeing as how cats clean themselves by licking their own fur, they can actually ingest the chemicals in question. To say that this is harmful to them would be an understatement, so focus more on organic or natural methods.

DON'T simply use any product you can find in a store. The main reason for this is that, depending on your cat's medical situation, he or she might develop problems after taking the product itself. Any veterinarian will agree, which is why you should consult your local specialist on the matter. Ask them about a product you have been thinking about using. They will be able to offer their expert opinion, which is a level of knowledge that you should use to improve your pet's wellbeing.




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