How to protect your cat from parasites
Regular parasite prevention is one of the easiest ways to care for your cat. This guide covers fleas, worms, ticks, mites and Giardia, plus vet-recommended treatments for year-round protection.
How to protect your cat from parasites
Regular parasite prevention is one of the easiest ways to care for your cat. This guide covers fleas, worms, ticks, mites and Giardia, plus vet-recommended treatments for year-round protection.
Your guide to fleas, ticks and worms
Your guide to fleas, ticks and worms
Learn all about pet parasites with vet-approved advice to keep your cat safe, healthy and itch-free.
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Quiz: What’s your parasite IQ?
Fleas, ticks and mites might be tiny, but they can cause big problems for your pet, and they’re more common than you might think. Are you parasite smart? Let’s find out.
Quiz: What’s your parasite IQ?
Fleas, ticks and mites might be tiny, but they can cause big problems for your pet, and they’re more common than you might think. Are you parasite smart? Let’s find out.
FAQs
Your top cat parasite questions, answered by the experts.
Use a vet-approved flea prevention treatment for your cat. These treatments target fleas at all life stages and help prevent future infestations. Regular grooming, washing your cat’s bedding and vacuuming your home also help remove fleas from the environment. Ask your vet which product is best for your cat. As a Wellness Plan member, you can get 10% off parasite protection to help keep your cat safe for less.
Cats can get worms from infected fleas, eating infected prey or contact with contaminated environments like litter boxes or soil. Roundworms, tapeworms and hookworms are common in cats. Regular deworming and flea prevention treatments are important to reduce the risk of worm infestations. Regular vet checks help keep your cat healthy and parasite free.
Use fine-tipped tweezers or a tick removal tool. Grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible, then pull it out slowly and steadily. Clean the bite area and keep an eye out for redness, swelling or changes in your cat’s behaviour. If you’re unsure, or the tick does not come out cleanly, contact your vet.
Ear mites can cause intense itching and discomfort. Check your cat’s ears for dark, waxy discharge that may look like coffee grounds. Your cat may shake their head or scratch their ears a lot. If you see these signs, visit your vet for diagnosis and treatment, as untreated ear mites can lead to infection.
Cat fleas prefer to live on cats but may bite humans if they get the chance. They do not usually stay on people, but their bites can cause irritation and itching. To help prevent flea problems, treat your cat regularly with flea prevention treatments, vacuum often and wash your cat’s bedding and toys. Your vet can recommend the best flea control plan for your household.
Use a vet-approved flea prevention treatment for your cat. These treatments target fleas at all life stages and help prevent future infestations. Regular grooming, washing your cat’s bedding and vacuuming your home also help remove fleas from the environment. Ask your vet which product is best for your cat. As a Wellness Plan member, you can get 10% off parasite protection to help keep your cat safe for less.
Cats can get worms from infected fleas, eating infected prey or contact with contaminated environments like litter boxes or soil. Roundworms, tapeworms and hookworms are common in cats. Regular deworming and flea prevention treatments are important to reduce the risk of worm infestations. Regular vet checks help keep your cat healthy and parasite free.
Use fine-tipped tweezers or a tick removal tool. Grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible, then pull it out slowly and steadily. Clean the bite area and keep an eye out for redness, swelling or changes in your cat’s behaviour. If you’re unsure, or the tick does not come out cleanly, contact your vet.
Ear mites can cause intense itching and discomfort. Check your cat’s ears for dark, waxy discharge that may look like coffee grounds. Your cat may shake their head or scratch their ears a lot. If you see these signs, visit your vet for diagnosis and treatment, as untreated ear mites can lead to infection.
Cat fleas prefer to live on cats but may bite humans if they get the chance. They do not usually stay on people, but their bites can cause irritation and itching. To help prevent flea problems, treat your cat regularly with flea prevention treatments, vacuum often and wash your cat’s bedding and toys. Your vet can recommend the best flea control plan for your household.
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