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Grasswire2

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8. she's indoor only

Reply to hlthe2b (Reply #1)

Tue Feb 14, 2023, 02:12 AM

Feb 2023

ever since we brought her home from the shelter years ago.

I don't know why/how she would have any fleas unless they came here on someone's shoes.

She isn't really happy being combed, but it must be better than feeling fleas (if she does feel them at her state).

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any suggestions for mild flea treatment for aged, sick kitty? [View all] Grasswire2 Feb 2023 OP

Flea comb and even a bath with mild pet shampoo will kill what is on her and is safest. hlthe2b Feb 2023 #1

she's indoor only Grasswire2 Feb 2023 #8

... Faux pas Feb 2023 #2

ooh, never thought of that. Grasswire2 Feb 2023 #9

Tonight, Dawn dishwashing liquid & tomorrow ask your vet for Capstar irisblue Feb 2023 #3

This message was self-deleted by its author bamagal62 Feb 2023 #7

Capstar is safe for HEALTHY pets only. Active ingredient: (Nitenpyram) hlthe2b Feb 2023 #11

Sorry. I'll delete bamagal62 Feb 2023 #13

Food grade diatomaceous earth. Poor little thing. judesedit Feb 2023 #4

Yes. this can be a safe natural option in small amoutns. hlthe2b Feb 2023 #12

I once brought home 2 baby kitty brothers that were flea bitten Deuxcents Feb 2023 #5

When both of my dogs were older and dying they got fleas. BigmanPigman Feb 2023 #6

thanks everyone......so much! Grasswire2 Feb 2023 #10