Cat Flea Shampoos & Sprays

Why is flea control important for cats?

Most people are familiar with the need to keep dogs up-to-date on flea and tick treatment, but it’s actually equally important to do the same for your cat. Cats are prone to fleas as well - particularly cats who live with dogs or cats who like to play outdoors. It’s important to treat and prevent fleas because they can lead to a number of issues. They bite, cause discomfort and itching, and can even lead to infections if the cat bites or paws at the flea bites. Fleas also carry and transmit worms, which can wreak havoc in a whole different way. Flea shampoos, dips, and sprays are great options for keeping your cat fresh and flea-free! Finding the best flea shampoo for cats is easy when you shop at Allivet.

What is the best flea shampoo, dip, or spray for cats?

Cat parents love the multi-purpose convenience of flea shampoos for cats because they cleanse and refresh your cat while protecting against fleas and/or eliminating flea infestations.

• Adams Plus Flea & Tick Shampoo with Insect Growth Regulator - This flea and tick shampoo for cats disrupts the life cycle of parasites, which prevents eggs from hatching and effectively eliminates infestations. It lasts for up to 4 weeks.

• NaturVet Herbal Flea Shampoo - This natural flea shampoo for cats is an ideal choice for cats with existing infestations because it rids your cat of fleas and continues to repel them using a natural blend of oils.

• Vet-Kem Flea and Tick Shampoo - Another of the best cat shampoos for fleas and ticks, this formula kills fleas, ticks, and lice on contact. It works for 28 days to stop flea eggs from hatching. This medicated, lathering flea shampoo for cats contains soothing, refreshing ingredients, making it a great choice for cats with sensitive skin.

Dips are another excellent way to eliminate parasites on your cat.

• Adams Plus Pyrethrin Dip - This formula repels fleas and kills lice, ticks, gnats, mosquitoes, and flies. It may be utilized as a traditional flea dip, or it can be simply sponged onto your cat.

Sprays are also a convenient and easy-to-use option for flea control.

• Frontline Spray - This waterproof, long-lasting, and fast-acting formula controls and treats fleas, chewing lice, and ticks. It prevents reinfestation, and it stops any existing infestations for a minimum of 30 days.

• Adams Plus Flea and Tick Spray is a handy flea and tick spray that kills adult fleas and ticks, controls immature fleas for an impressive 18 weeks, and repels gnats, flies, and mosquitoes.

How quickly does flea shampoo work?

To find out how rapidly-acting a flea shampoo is, be sure to review the product label. Most shampoos begin working on contact to eliminate existing infestations.

Is it safe to use cat flea shampoo on my dog?

Many cat-safe flea shampoos are also safe to use on dogs. However, it’s essential that you carefully read the product label before use to ensure safe use on your canine companion.

What else should I do if I find fleas in my home or on my cat?

In addition to flea spray, dip, or shampoo for cats, there are a few steps you can take to keep your cat flea-free. These include:

• Oral Flea and Tick Pills for Cats - Orally-administered medications like Comfortis Chewable Tablets and Capstar Flea Tablets are a mess-free, convenient way to keep fleas at bay. Comfortis offers a full month of protection, while Capstar is a once-daily medication intended to treat existing infestations.

• Topical Spot-On Treatments or Collars - Handy and easy to use, flea collars and spot-on treatments are impressively straightforward and effective. From Revolution or Advantage Multi spot-on treatments to the Seresto collar and beyond, you’ll find the perfect topical treatment for your cat at Allivet.

• Home and Yard Treatments - Using the proper products to treat your cat’s indoor and outdoor environment is an important step of complete flea control. Without thorough treatment of your home and yard, reinfestation is all but certain. Choose a product like Advantage Carpet and Upholstery Spot Spray to treat your cat’s indoor environment. For your yard, you’ll want to opt for a safe and effective product like Diatomaceous Earth. This non-toxic formula has a number of applications, making it a cat-safe and versatile choice for pest control.

When you shop at Allivet, you’ll find all the best products to keep fleas far away from your yard, your home, and your precious feline friend!