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Because fleas are so problematic, flea prevention is essential! Commonly prescribed preventives include oral and topical medications—although injectable flea prevention is available, as well.
Updated on April 1st, 2026
Learn more about causes of cat and dogs skin sores as well as some prevention tips to treat your pet’s skin and coat.
Updated on October 23rd, 2025
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Learn more about the signs of a healthy cat’s fur and skin. Diet and grooming your cat can support healthy skin and coat.
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Updated on October 23rd, 2025
Hello. I usually recommend Farnam's Fly-Off Repellent Ointment for wounds & sores like this. It is over the counter & you should be able to find it at any Petco. Just use it on a regular basis to help heal & protect the ears. Thanks for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
I would check the label of the fly strip. Some of them are non-toxic, and if this is one of them, then it will not harm Marlow. The labels should let you know if there are any poisons or vapors in it. Should you not have the label, then I would google the name of fly strip you used to find out the ingredients. Then give a call to the Pet Poison Hotline at (888) 426-4435 (there is a $65 fee) to get more help, or you can post here again with the ingredient information and an expert can better advise you. Even if the strip is non-toxic, it's still not good for Marlow to lick it. I would bath him in Dawn dish soap to get it out of his fur. You can also shave the sticky parts out with clippers, or take him into a groomer to have the sticky fur shaved. To keep him from licking it until you can get him into a groomer, I would put an Ecollar on him.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
You may benefit from contacting the company directly and asking for coupons or free samples. You might consider giving your local SPCA or discount clinic a call as well. They may know more about discounted options in your area.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
You can use this on your animals: https://www.amazon.in/Vets-Best-Mosquito-Repellent-8oz/dp/B01987CT1I/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=vets+best+mosquito&qid=1584481682&sr=8-1 You can use any human ones on yourselves but just be sure to apply/spray them outdoors as to not irritate the cat's nose.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
If it is available, my best topical flea treatment for cats is Cheristin. It is very effective and kills fleas before they bite, which is helpful for cats with flea allergies since it is the bite they react to. Comfortis is a tablet that is also very effective, but it can cause vomiting.
Updated on September 24th, 2025