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Deuxcents

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5. I once brought home 2 baby kitty brothers that were flea bitten

Reply to Grasswire2 (Original post)

Tue Feb 14, 2023, 12:52 AM

Feb 2023

I washed them in Neutrogena body wash..towel dried em n did it again the next day. Fleas gone. Whatever you choose, should be mild for your older kitty ... I know you know that, I’m just saying no chemicals if she’s on meds. Just keep her comfortable n love on her n she’ll feel better. 🐾

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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