The times when the well-to-do could afford the purchase and maintenance of a cat were long gone.
Now rarely in what house or apartment there is no fluffy pet.
It doesn't matter what kind of pet it is - a purebred cat or a usual gray purr. Only with the furry pet appeared problems associated with the maintenance and health of the cat.
Signs of fleas in a cat
Watch your cat. Usually it is a calm, imposing animal. If pet behaves restlessly, itch often, trying to bite something out of woolthen these are signs of the presence of fleas in your “sofa tiger”.
When viewed from a cat wounds can be found on the skin, combing. The animal behaves unusual for you, trying to roll on the floor, licks himself. When combing a pet's fur, small dark granules will fall out on the planted film. To make sure that it is, drop a drop of water on one of the granules. If the granule is dissolved, and the water is colored dark red, then this is exactly a flea stool.
Flea remedies
Now on sale there are many drugs to get the cat from fleas. These are various drops, sprays, collars, shampoos.
Drops
Apply to the withers of the animal, as well as along the entire spine. Droplet manufacturers claim that the drug has a prolonged effect, protects the cat for 1.5-2.0 months. Carefully read the description and packaging of the drug. If something is in doubt, give up the purchase, there is a chance to get a fake.
The sprays
More often used to prevent flea infection. The pet's coat is completely moisturized, it is necessary for 25-30 minutes to prevent the animal from licking its fur, otherwise the cat may be poisoned. Then wash off the applied preparation with warm water. With accurate and correct use, the spray is safe even for kittens.
Collars
Perhaps the most popular and most used tool. Unfortunately, it has some drawbacks:
- Impossibility of use on pregnant animals;
- Pet's unwillingness to wear a collar;
- Unpleasant smell from the collar for quite a long time;
- Individual intolerance, up to alopecia of the skin under the collar.
Shampoo
One of the most gentle and effective means. But processing is required to be carried out periodically, about once a month. Therefore, it is better to combine the bathing of an animal with the subsequent treatment of wool with a spray. A little more about the shampoos offered for sale.
Shampoo Overview
Most often on the shelves of outlets offering shampoos for cats presented products of companies "Celandine", "Phytoelite", "Mr. Kiss", "Leopard".
Phytoelite
Shampoo has a paralyzing effect on the parasites, what causes their death.
The drug is available in two types, for adult animals and for kittens, in plastic bottles of 220 ml. The price of packaging in Russia varies within 80-110 rubles.
A special feature is the reduced wool processing time.
It is 5 minutes instead of 10-15 for other shampoos.
Buy shampoo only in specialized stores or veterinary pharmacies, to protect themselves from the acquisition of fakes.
Barsik
One of the most famous shampoos of Russian manufacturers. In the composition there is a drug permethrinwhich accumulates under the cat's skin and, when bitten, causes neuromuscular paralysis in parasites. For an animal, the drug is completely harmless.
Available in bottles of 200 ml. average price ranges from 40 to 60 rubles. Due to the gentle composition can be used more often than other shampoos. Does not harm the fur of the animal and contributes to the rapid healing of the bite site.
Now there is an improved version of this shampoo called "Leopard". It is distinguished by a more optimized composition and the presence of essential oils in the detergent, which prevent the wool from becoming tangled even in long-haired cats.
Meadow
According to reviews received from cat owners very effective drug. Composition contains, in addition to insecticides, extracts from medicinal herbs. Contributes to the normalization of the metabolism of your pet's skin. It has a high detergency when using water of any hardness.
Shampoo packaging polymer, 250 ml. Detergent is presented for sale in both specialized stores and veterinary pharmacies. Price range from 120 to 150 rubles.
Celandine
This shampoo except permethrin contains In its composition is another insecticide. it fipronil.
Through the use of two drugs very effective. Contains substances in its composition not irritating the mucous membranes of your pets.
According to the application is not divided due to the age of the animal, and is also suitable for dogs. Available in 180 ml polymer bottles, average price of 75-90 rubles.
Important: the treatment ensures the destruction of the fleas present on the cat, but does not insure against repeated defeat. Use the means to prevent infection with fleas.
Mr. Kiss
Shampoo contains in its composition the innovative development of Swiss veterinarians, not irritating the skin and mucous membranes of cats.
Detergent is available in bottles of 200 ml.
Composition two in one. Contains not only shampoo, but also conditioner that helps eliminate dry skin cats and easy to comb the animal's fur. The price of packaging in Russia varies from 130 to 180 rubles.
BioWax
An effective remedy that destroys not only fleas, but also ticks.
Veterinarians are advised to use shampoo with sprays or drops for the prevention of re-infection of cats.
Available in 210 ml polymer bottles.
Average price in the range of 100-140 rubles.
Before you buy shampoo, consult with experts. This takes into account the age, condition of the animal, as well as the degree of infection with parasites. Veterinarian advice, as well as a thorough study of the instructions, will help not to harm your pet and avoid repeated flea infections.
