Fleas and ticks
Fleas
Fleas
Fleas are one of the most problematic parasites for pets, with the ability to cause skin disease and allergic reactions. In addition, they can be challenging to diagnose, as a kitten with flea allergy dermatitis may never actually be seen with fleas!
That is why flea treatments should be used every month of the year to prevent and control flea infestations effectively. Please consult our veterinary team for the best advice on flea prevention for your kitten.
Fleas commonly cause itching, skin disease and allergic reactions in kittens. What's more, they can be challenging to diagnose, as a kitten with flea allergy dermatitis may never actually be seen with fleas!
That's why flea treatments should be given every month of the year to prevent and control flea infestations effectively.
Ticks
There are several types of ticks in Australia, some of which are a nuisance, such as the bush tick, right through to the deadly paralysis tick. Paralysis ticks are a common parasite for those living near the eastern seaboard of Australia. They can result in symptoms such as breathing difficulty, weakness or paralysis of the legs and vomiting.
Tick prevention products include:
- Oral chews
- Spot-on products
- Tick collars
- Sprays
- Rinses
Our team are happy to advise the best preventative for your kitten. Importantly, even when a prevention product has been applied, you should check your kitten for ticks during tick season. Simply run your fingertips over the skin, checking for lumps. Most ticks reside on the head, neck, and ears, but you must check the entire body.
Intestinal Worms
Intestinal worms are parasites that live in the intestines and feed on the nutrients that the kitten consumes. The most common intestinal worms in Australia are roundworm, tapeworm and hookworm. If left untreated, these parasites can cause a wide range of health problems, from malnutrition to anaemia and even death. The most common way for kittens to become infected is by ingesting the eggs of the parasites, which can be found in contaminated soil, faeces, and other sources. To protect your kitten regular worming treatments should be provided.
Intestinal worms are parasites that live in the intestines and feed on the nutrients that the kitten consumes. If left untreated, these parasites can cause a wide range of health problems, from malnutrition to anaemia and even death. The most common way for kittens to become infected is by ingesting the eggs of the parasites, which can be found in contaminated soil, faeces, and other sources.
Following the below worming protocol will keep your kitten free from intestinal worms:
To protect your kitten regular worming treatments should be provided. Following the below worming protocol will keep your kitten free from intestinal worms:
- every 2 weeks until 12 weeks of age
- then once a month until 6 months of age,
- And every 3−6 months for life.
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If you have any questions about anything regarding your kitten, get in touch with us today, or bring them in for a check-up (we love meeting new kitties!)
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