subject: Your Guide To Cat Dewormer Products [print this page] Cats are known to show symptoms of illness an intestinal diseases less than dogs do, so determining whether or not to buy a cat dewormer is more difficult than it would be to buy a dog dewormer. Dogs show symptoms of intestinal diseases when they are infected like being pale and having a loss of appetite. Cats on the other hand, do not. When it comes to worming cats, there are many factors to take into consideration before using a cat dewormer. These include the age of the animal, the level of infection, any applicable maternity conditions and the environment in which the animal lives.
Usually, the common parasites that affect felines are tape worms, hook worms and round worms, with tapeworms being the most common. This is because of their environment involves a litter box, and feces can pass these parasites easily from one animal to another. The only signs of a parasitic infection for a cat are really vomiting and itching of their bottom end. In this instance you can use a cat dewormer, and you are going to want to use one that has the ingredients praziuantel or epsiprantel to effectively get the job done. Your vet will have some on hand, so be sure to ask.
Hookworms are nasty parasites that hook themselves to the intestines of cats and feed on their blood. The hookworms will cause digestive problems and visible weight loss, and they can also cause severe anemia and even death. Cat dewormers for hookworms vary depending on the infections severity, so you must consult a veterinarian if you suspect hookworms.
Cat dewormer in general should be given to animals when they are six, eight, ten and 12 weeks old, and extra care needs to be taken when a cat is pregnant. Administration of medicine should be done at least 10 days before birth and every other week when the kittens are suckling. Round worms can cause diarrhea, a swollen belly, a cough and they can block the intestine. This is one type of worm that is not only a hazard to felines but also is a hazard to humans as well. There are many different ways to administer cat dewormer products and they come in many different forms. Some of these include syrups, suspension liquids and tablets. You always need to consult your pets veterinarian about any symptoms in your cat that you may notice if you suspect that your pet might be in need of a cat dewormer.
