Why should cats be dewormed regularly? The importance of cat deworming! As poop scrapers, deworming cats is a routine and important responsibility.

Many people think that domestic cats do not need deworming? In fact, this is a big blind spot. People will bring a lot of bacteria when they go out. Domestic cats occasionally sneak out to visit, but you may not know it~

Today we will expand on the topic of deworming cats. Let’s talk in depth, do cats need deworming? Repelling what insects? How to deworm? How often should I deworm?

1. What kind of insects do cats get dewormed?

In fact, there are generally two categories of worms for cat deworming: internal and external. The ones outside the body include some bugs that we can distinguish with the naked eye or eggs that are not easy to detect. The ones inside the body include The cat’s uncomfortable symptoms are perceived by pet owners, but they are actually relatively serious~ Let’s first understand, where do the bugs come from?

1. Cat deworming - external parasites

Common bugs that appear on cats: fleas, mites, ticks, lice, etc. These bugs are not only It is not only harmful to the health of cats, but can also be infected to humans to a large extent. We really need to pay extreme attention to it.

2. Cat deworming - internal parasites

In comparison, internal parasites are relatively hidden and difficult for pet owners to detect. You can tell if your cat is infected by looking at some symptoms.

(1) Roundworms

Roundworms are relatively common internal parasites. They may be transmitted to kittens through mother cats’ breast milk, or there may be roundworms in the environment. Eggs, caused by cats accidentally ingesting them (for example, eating mice infected with roundworms). If the eggs are not removed in time, they will grow up in the body and affect the cat's nutrient absorption. In severe cases, the cat will vomit or pull out thin and long white worms. Therefore, it is recommended that it is best to deworm kittens when they are young. Ensure that the eggs should be killed before they have fully grown into adult worms. Generally, just to be on the safe side, it’s once a month.

(2) Hookworms

The main mode of transmission also includes maternal cat breast milk or environmental infection. It may also be transmitted through soil and cockroaches, so domestic Cats are also at risk for hookworm infection. Once a cat is infected with hookworms, it will cause the cat to lose weight no matter how much he eats, be anemic, lack of energy, etc. Then you should pay attention to whether he is infected with hookworms.

(3) Tapeworm

There are two main ways of spreading tapeworm. If your cat has the habit of eating mice, it is more likely to be infected. Cat tapeworms. If a cat has fleas on its body and eats them, there is a high chance that it will get tapeworms. Tapeworms are relatively secretive;If you see small milky white particles on your cat's anus, or your cat likes to rub its butt, it is very likely that it is infected with tapeworms.

Cat deworming mainly involves these three common parasites. When choosing deworming medicine, it is best to cover these three types of deworming. It is best to deworm the cat after it has been in the house for at least eight weeks.

(4) Toxoplasma gondii

If your cat is often fed raw meat, it is very likely to be infected with Toxoplasma gondii. This thing sounds scary, and it is likely to be zoonotic, and it is not harmful to a healthy human body. However, if you are pregnant, you need to go to the hospital for investigation.

2. How to deworm cats

In fact, there are still many cat deworming drugs on the market that can be used by yourself, some of which are single internal or external ones. , there are also many anthelmintic drugs that can repel both internal and external insects. Some people think that everything will be fine if they just get a collar. I suggest that when choosing insect repellent products, the safety and reliability of the product should be your first priority.

1. Insect-repellent collars and repellent shots?

1) Insect repellent collar: Remember, it cannot be used on cats to repellent insects for a long time. Wearing a collar for a long time can easily poison the cat. Many collars are soaked in dichlorvos and are very toxic.

2) Deworming shots: These are usually given to cattle and sheep. Their sizes vary. Cats’ weak bodies cannot handle such poisonous things!

2. In fact, there are many professional repellent products. Insect repellent sprays, drops and internal repellent medicines are relatively safe.

Common anthelmintic drugs are divided into external anthelmintics, internal anthelmintics and internal and external anthelmintics.

1) External anthelmintics include sprays and drops. For example, Fulian has sprays and drops. Sprays need to be sprayed all over the body, and drops only need to be dropped on the back of the cat’s neck. Generally speaking, Drops are more convenient and you can give them to your cat at home.

2) Internal deworming drugs mainly include Hailemiao, Bayer, etc.

3) Drops are generally used to integrate the inside and outside of the body, mainly including Da Chong Ai, Bolaien, Ai Walker, etc.

I will compile a table for you here:

There are a few things to note:

A. Born within 8 weeks Kittens are not suitable for deworming, so you can try using deworming spray. It is relatively easy to control the dosage of Fulian spray. This is how I treat my kittens. It is relatively safe. Be sure to remember to use a small amount of spray and wipe it dry quickly after spraying, otherwise the cat will easily catch cold; and each cat should be temporarily isolated to prevent accidental rubbing.

B. Cats over two months old can use anthelmintic drugs, and pay attention to determine the dosage according to their weight. Personally (for cats) I use Bolien,It is integrated inside and outside the body and is easy to operate. Cat owners know that feeding cats medicine is a troublesome thing, and they may get scratched by cats accidentally. It solves most of the insect problems at once. It is simple and convenient but very effective.

C. The drops are very simple, just grab the cat by the back of the neck, push away the hair, and put a drop on the skin;

D. As for the anthelmintics, This is quite difficult. There are medicine-feeding artifacts on the market that need to be operated quickly and accurately! Quickly aim at the cat's throat and stuff it.

3. How often should cats be dewormed?

Generally, the frequency of use of insect repellent will be written on the product packaging, ranging from once a month to once every three months. Personally, I feel that the frequency of cat deworming cannot be one-size-fits-all. It depends on the situation. If the pet is already infected with parasites, the frequency of deworming should be higher. However, if the pet has no parasites in the body and it only plays a preventive role, then there is no need to deworm so frequently. .

For example, if you have just brought a kitten home, make sure it has been dewormed before purchasing. If not, you should do it first to ensure health and safety and avoid hidden dangers.

Cats that do not go out often have good health in all aspects, eat regularly, have no abnormalities in defecation, have shiny hair, and have a clean home environment. They do not need to be dewormed very frequently, even once a quarter. Can.

3. Are there any precautions for cats after deworming?

Cats with delicate stomachs may experience diarrhea or loss of appetite for a day or two after taking anthelmintics. If your cat stays like this for a long time, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. . After all, the medicine is taken into the cat’s body, so you must purchase qualified medicines from a regular hospital. In order for the anthelmintic drug to be more effective, be sure to follow the instructions and give the drug according to the cat's weight. Give the drug three or four hours after eating, and then do not feed it to the cat for at least five hours.