First, the frequency of deworming: cats need to deworm regularly to prevent and control parasitic infections. Generally speaking, adult cats are advised to deworm once every three months, while young cats and stray cats need to deworm more frequently, perhaps once a month. The frequency of deworming may be different in different areas and different environments, so it is best to consult a veterinarian. My cat is a kitten and usually does it once a month.
1. Internal deworming: Internal deworming is mainly aimed at parasites in cats, such as roundworms and hookworms. Common oral anthelmintics are oral tablets, oral liquids and suspending agents. But I suggest oral pills. You can put them in cans that cats like to eat and let them eat them inadvertently. It's really never tired of trying. You can also buy suitable oral anthelmintics according to the veterinary advice and use them according to the instructions. Before deworming the cat, we need to make it empty stomach. This is because fasting can make drugs better absorbed and more effective. So, if you plan to deworm the cat in the morning, don't let it have breakfast.
It is also important to give the cat the right dose. According to the weight of the cat, you can find the corresponding dosage guide on the medicine package. Usually, drugs are measured in milligrams (mg). Using a special dispenser can ensure that you give your cat the right dose. When giving medicine to a cat, you can hide the medicine in its favorite food, such as wet food or snacks. You can also use a device to guide the introduction of drugs, put the drugs on the base of the cat's tongue, and then gently press its mouth to let it swallow the drugs. To ensure that the cat swallows the medicine, you can give it some water or gently massage its throat to stimulate it to swallow the medicine. After deworming, you may see dead parasites in the cat's feces. This is normal, indicating that the insect repellent has worked.
2. In vitro deworming: In vitro deworming mainly refers to controlling fleas and ticks on cats. Common methods for external use include using insect-repellent neck rings, drops, sprays and so on.
Insecticidal collar is a kind of belt worn around the neck of a cat, which contains insect repellent and can be effective for fleas and ticks for several months. All you have to do is put the neck ring around the cat's neck, and it will release drugs to protect the cat from fleas and ticks. My cat doesn't like to wear it around her neck, so I don't use it often, but it works well!
Drops are a kind of medicine applied to cat skin, which can fight fleas and ticks for several weeks. You just need to drop the medicine on the cat's shoulder according to the product instructions, and the medicine will penetrate into the cat's body through the skin and play the role of expelling insects. My cat has no rejection, so I usually use drops.
Spray is a kind of medicine that can be sprayed on cats, which can effectively drive away fleas and ticks. You just need to spray the spray evenly on the cat according to the product instructions, especially on the back, abdomen and legs that are vulnerable to fleas and ticks. This is more convenient. You can spray it on cats at any time.
Note: It is very important to observe the reaction of cats after using insect repellent, because some cats may be sensitive to some insect repellent, and may have discomfort or allergic reaction. These reactions may include itching, redness, vomiting or diarrhea. If you observe these symptoms in cats, it is recommended to stop taking the medicine immediately and consult a veterinarian.
Eliminating fleas, parasites and ticks is very important to protect the health of cats. Because fleas and ticks may spread diseases and bring discomfort to cats. Therefore, please remember to regularly deworm cats to keep them away from these bugs and keep a happy and healthy life!