Common Fleas that Affect Dogs and Cats
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Jennifer Kvamme, DVM

Siphonaptera Species that Affect Dogs and CatsBy Jennifer Kvamme, DVM You are probably aware of the fact that fleas are the most common (and annoying) type of pest, responsible for the discomfort of our...

Best Flea Treatments for Getting Rid of Fleas on Cats
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Sandra C. Mitchell, DVM, DABVP

Fleas can be very hard to spot on cats. Cats are very diligent groomers, so you often don’t see any evidence of the flea infestation. It’s actually pretty common for cats to come in for a vet visit with...

'Natural' Methods for Controlling Fleas in Cats
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Jennifer Kvamme, DVM

By Jennifer Kvamme, DVM There are a lot of different options available for cat owners who are being faced with fleas. But not everyone is interested in using chemicals to deal with these pests. In fact,...

Does My Cat Have Ticks?
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Jennifer Kvamme, DVM

How to Inspect and Remove Ticks from Your CatBy Jennifer Kvamme, DVM Now is the time of year when certain species of ticks are most active and looking for hosts to feed from. These parasites can carry...

How Did My Cat Get Fleas and/or Ticks?
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Jennifer Kvamme, DVM

By Jennifer Kvamme, DVM If you are a cat owner who has never had to deal with the problem of a flea infestation before, you may be surprised to find that your cat has been stricken with these pesky insects....

10 Ways to Stop Fleas from Biting Your Cat
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Jennifer Kvamme, DVM

By Jennifer Kvamme, DVM There are lots of reason to celebrate the arrival of spring and summer, but the return of fleas is not one of them. Not only are these blood-sucking parasites unsightly and creepy,...