CATDOLL : How often should kittens be dewormed?

Cat deworming is generally divided into internal deworming and external deworming. It is generally recommended to do internal deworming once every 3 months, and it can be relaxed to once every 6 months. For external deworming, it is recommended to do deworming once a month. If the cat is often active indoors, it can be relaxed to once every 3 months. Cats walk on the ground all the time, and they will inevitably eat insect eggs by licking their fur constantly. Even domestic cats need to do internal and external deworming regularly.

Methods for deworming cats:

1. Choose anthelmintics: Commonly used anthelmintics for cats include Milba, Bayer, and Advocate. For external anthelmintics such as Advocate and Frontline, be sure to follow the instructions for use, especially for internal anthelmintics.

2. Before and after deworming: You can start deworming your cat 4 hours after it finishes eating, and then fast for 5 hours to ensure the efficacy. For external deworming, just drop a certain dose of medicine into the cat's shoulder blade according to the instructions, but always pay attention to the cat's condition to prevent it from licking the medicine. Do not bathe the cat within one week after deworming.

3. Observation: After deworming, cats may experience symptoms such as upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, and even fever. Generally speaking, the symptoms will improve within 1 to 2 days. If this situation continues for several days, it is best to consult a doctor.