The kind that you can buy at Walmart Etc? Any particular brand work better than others? Thanks!
2006-10-12 14:34:25 · 6 answers · asked by Sunshine 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
I do not see any worms, but for a kitten it seems like her belly is too swollen. I heard that worms could be the cause.
2006-10-12 14:46:54 · update #1
The wormer that are sold over the counter are products that veterinarians no longer use because they are too harsh or ineffective. For your cat it is best to have a veterinarian precribe the right medication. There are three types of worms that cats can have and you are unnecessarily introducing poisons into your cat's system by using the wrong medication.
2006-10-12 14:45:00 · answer #1 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Not really. I've tried those before and then found out that they were for an entirely different worm than what my cat had. Different wormers work on different types of worms. I ended up having to go to the vet anyway. You don't have to bring your cat. Just tell him what the worms look like that your cat has and he will give you some worm meds for it.
2006-10-12 14:45:13 · answer #2 · answered by Barbara S 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
They work on some types of worms but not all. The vet can give your pet a shot that will get all the worms. I'd recommend that instead of an over the counter thing. Plus, keep your pet on Advantage or Frontline to eliminate fleas. When your pet eats the fleas, it can lead to tape worms.
2006-10-12 14:42:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, in fact, they are dangerous. Take the cat to the vet, they'll give the cat a strong pill that is designed specifically for that purpose.
2006-10-12 14:43:11 · answer #4 · answered by MadforMAC 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
the ones like hartz no; but at petsmartmite work; you probley could walk in a vets office and buy the drwormer from them. that way you;ll know it;ll work. i;ve bought fleaviles at the grocery store ;and all it did was make my cat ill with more fleas....good-luck
2006-10-12 14:50:24 · answer #5 · answered by Cami lives 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
the VET surely knows what's best for you cat. I used to administer OTC meds for my cat but they ony work about 75% of the time. the vet can give you the proper diagnosis and corresponding treatment to any illness your cat have have... goodluck!
2006-10-12 16:52:11 · answer #6 · answered by vanezz 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋