I have a young kitten we got her froma stray cat. We gave her a gentle wash but there are signs of moving larvi. Will "Off" be absorbed through the skin and hurt a cat? I wanted to give her an repellent for figt the remaining critters on her body. They are most near her nose.
2006-09-21 16:25:50 · 14 answers · asked by Double Bubble 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
OFF will not do the cat any good you need to take it to the vet right away.
2006-09-21 16:27:21 · answer #1 · answered by lildevilchild_87 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, OFF will hurt her! It's not designed for a delicate, little kitten. Take the kitten to a vet and he can give you a flea and tick killer especially designed for small kittens (not availabe over the counter). All the products available in pet stores are designed for kittens over 12 weeks old, and can cause neurological problems and seizures in younger animals.
I've heard good things about Skin So Soft, but I've never used it. I've got a friend who swears by it, though, and it's probably safe to use on kittens. You also might try an all natural and herbal flea and tick spray that doesn't have chemicals in it (available at a natural food store). Not sure how effective it is, though.
Hope this helps, and good luck with your new kitten!
2006-09-21 16:30:01 · answer #2 · answered by rita_alabama 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OFF is definitely not good for a cat, more so a kitten. Taking her to the vet is the safest and easiest way to get rid of those ugly critters. Giving her a bath regularly (using a mild shampoo) may also do the job for you (but don't expect quick results though).
2006-09-21 16:43:14 · answer #3 · answered by TY 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO, you cannot use OFF on your cat. This will most definatly absorb through the skin and kill her. If you are talking about fleas, call your vet.. Capstar is a perscription pill that will kill every single flea on your cat as soon as its digested. Using Revolution throughout the summer months will keep them away for sure! Remember to also treat your house now, bc you can keep them off the kittie, but they'll live in the house all winter, and jump right back on a kittie left untreated..
2006-09-21 16:31:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-23 14:19:28 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO, NO a thousand times NO. Pick them off with tweezers that you dip in extremely hot water. Keep combing diligently and using the tweezers to get the buggers around her face, in ears, etc.
2006-09-21 16:41:22 · answer #6 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO NO NO.... off is not for cats. Take your cat to the vet, they have meds for that. And if you cant afford it take your kitten to a clinic, they have discounted meds.
2006-09-21 16:33:24 · answer #7 · answered by Jules 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO! Cats clean themselves by licking, and OFF is poisonous when taken internally. Take her to the vet and they'll take care of it for you.
2006-09-21 16:28:25 · answer #8 · answered by Steve H 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldnt spray off on its face but I would definately see the vet
2006-09-21 16:28:27 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, please don't hurt the kitten. Go to a pet store and let them give some safe repellant that won't hurt her. To hurt her should hurt you. Play it safe. Give her a hug for me!
2006-09-21 16:31:35 · answer #10 · answered by hellokittyt012263 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋