Do it yourself! Deworming cats, you need to know these Many cat owners consider deworming their cats themselves for various reasons. But it's not easy to properly deworm your cat. So, do you know how to deworm cats? Next, let's share some deworming knowledge to help you take better care of your cat.
To understand the deworming timeFirst of all, you need to know that cats can only use internal deworming drugs after two months of age, and the dosage needs to be determined according to the cat's weight. Six-month-old cats require prophylactic internal deworming. When a cat is infected with a large number of parasites, it needs to be dewormed again half a month after the first dose. Precautions before dewormingBefore deworming, make sure that the cat is in good health and free of anemia, emaciation, malnutrition or other diseases.
Newly vaccinated cats need to wait 5-7 days before deworming, and it is not recommended to deworm cats during pregnancy. If your cat has sensitive stomach or other adverse reactions, you can consult a veterinarian for advice. The choice of anthelmintic drug is to choose a deworming drug specially designed for pets, and the correct dosage is given according to the cat's weight according to the instructions on the instructions. Never use human anthelmintic medications, as they are very dangerous for cats.
Pay attention to the deworming reactionAfter using the anthelmintic drug, the cat may experience diarrhea and vomiting, which is normal. Pet owners don't have to worry too much, usually, cats will go on their own after expelling parasites. If you are worried, you can fast for 4-6 hours and then feed the cat probiotics. At the same time, it is necessary to carry out internal drive on time to ensure the health of the cat. In short, deworming cats is an issue that pet owners must pay attention to.
Regular internal and external deworming, hygiene and drug use, and prevention and control of parasitic infections can ensure the health of cats. How do you deworm your cat? Feel free to leave a message to share your experience and thoughts.