How Can You Get Rid of Fleas and Ticks on Your Cats?

A cat who scratches a lot, chews their skin or seems restless could mean that they have fleas on them. You can ease their itch by knowing how to spot and destroy fleas on your pet and house. Fleas are prevalent in cats and cause physical problems and potentially transmit diseases in some regions. While ticks are more severe, while less frequently found on cats, they transmit diseases more commonly when they feed. Controlling these parasites requires two approach:

1. Kill fleas and ticks already present in your surroundings: It is advised to check your cat frequently for fleas and ticks. The first and foremost step is to use an insecticide to kill the fleas and ticks if you find any. Several products can rapidly kill fleas and ticks, including insecticidal shampoos and topical sprays. All are effective, but the only way to kill the pests on your pet is when they are treated or just after the treatment.

Remember to ask our veterinarian for a recommendation of a product to kill fleas and ticks. Make sure to follow the instructions and never use old products and even not those products that are not labelled for cats.

2. Prevent future fleas and ticks: We have just discussed how to kill the fleas and ticks present on your cat. The next step is to prevent re-infestation, and it may require a change in your cat's lifestyle. Cats kept indoors are far less prone to being attacked by parasites; however, cats can still be exposed at home. 

Symptoms that your cat may have when a flea or tick injects:

• Visible fleas or ticks
• Scratching
• Red or irritated skin
• Scabs and flakes
• Excessive grooming

Now let us know how to get rid of fleas and ticks on your cat:

Different cat flea and tick treatment products are on the market, and veterinarians at Vekocare strongly recommend various uncertified flea and tick treatments. However, some of the common cat flea and tick treatment methods include:

1. Spot-On Flea Treatments: Many spot-on cats in India have different effects and different use spectrums. As far as we are concerned, we will help you choose the most effective spot-on for cats in India. Veterinary recommended products will kill 100% of fleas and ticks so the life cycle doesn't continue in your home, whereas many over-the-counter options will not kill 100%, and the problem will continue for both you and your pet.

There are plenty of options to keep your cat healthy. We have curated the best medicine for ticks and fleas for cats in consultation with our veterinarian. Here is the best medication for spot-on for cats in India. 

Radicate spot on: Radicate spot on is a Topical parasiticide which is used on dogs and cats to eradicate ectoparasites. The radicate spot is used to prevent and control ticks, Fleas, biting lice and Mange infestations, and heartworm disease.

Quick FIP Plus Spot on: It is a monthly and the best spot-on for cats in India. Quick FIP Plus kills 100% of adult fleas from your cat within 12 hours and chewing lice within 48 hours. It contains an insect growth regulator, S-methoprene, killing flea eggs and larvae. 

Assurity Plus Spot on: Assurity plus spot offers parasite protection in one easy application for cats. It contains two different effective ingredients; they are imidacloprid and moxidectin. It kills adult fleas through contact. It treats and controls roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms in dogs and roundworms and hookworms in cats.

Banflea Plus Spot on: BanFLEA Plus Spot On for cats in India is a monthly flea preventative for cats that offer comprehensive flea protection by killing adult fleas, larvae, and eggs. It also kills fleas through contact, which means fleas don't have to bite your pet to die. 

    2. Cat Flea Collars, Powders and Sprays: Vekocare never recommends using flea collars, powders         or sprays. These products were the central part of flea control in past years, and they are very toxic         and have a negligible effect on the products we currently recommend.

Vekocare offers products based on safety and efficacy. However, there is a possibility of adverse reactions as with any new medication or product. But when you notice any discomfort or behavioural changes in your cat after administering or applying, please reach out to us. It would help if you discussed cat flea treatment options with your veterinarian to ensure the method you choose will be safe and effective for your cat.