my cat is well pregnant for her second time were not gonna kill the kittens we were all set up to ger her spayed next month and now she is pregnant .. but we are spaying her as soon as we can probly 9 weeks after the kittens ar born .. but she has some fleas can we give her flea meds while she is pregnant cause i dont want the babys too have fleas ( we would de flea them anyways but i would like a flea free birth ) i have been using revalution but can i give her dose while she is pregnant !?
2007-12-21 04:11:25 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
I would call your vet and ask them what the best solution is....sweep your house and wash all of your bedding..wherever the cat goes wash it down to help get rid of the fleas
2007-12-21 04:15:33 · answer #1 · answered by kris k 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm cringing reading some of the advice here. Please talk with your vet about this personally.
Washing and herbs and combing don't get rid of the flea eggs, which will just hatch later, bringing you a second round. On the other hand, the stuff that may really work generally (topical or not) may not be safe for the pregnant mom or the unborn kittens.
When you are treating the cat is also the time to deal with the house, getting rid of fleas there too so they don't hop back on the mom and you. You may need to move the cat elsewhere when you treat the house, especially if you "bomb" the house- again, ask the vet and read your labels.
So talk with your vet and be sure you're doing the right thing... and develop a plan now for the kittens after they're born to prevent fleas for them, or how to handle it in case they get them. Good luck with your coming family, and bravo for spaying the mom when this is over.
2007-12-21 05:57:11 · answer #2 · answered by Sue 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There should be a package insert in the box that will tell you if your formula is safe to give to a pregnant cat. If you cannot find it, call a vet. They should know or be able to look it up for you.
The babies will not get fleas in the womb (I assume you already knew that) but after being born, yes they can transfer while the kittens are close to the mother. Fleas are usually not dangerous, but they can transmit tapeworms or other illnesses. If you call up your vet's office someone should be able to tell you if it is safe. If they cannot, email me and I'll look it up for you.
2007-12-21 04:30:37 · answer #3 · answered by Dig It 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, one way of dealing with it would be a bath using dawn dishwashing liquid.. be careful about water temp, and don't over do it.. Dawn dries the animals skin a bit, so a moisturizer made for cats would be a good idea afterwards... A call to the vet would be a good idea... but to my knowledge that is the safest means of flea control (as it is what is used on animals that are too young for any other product)
2007-12-21 04:16:42 · answer #4 · answered by kaijawitch 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Revolution states that it has been safely test and used on pregnant and lactating (nursing) females dogs and cats. You can use the Revolution. You can always call your vet for simple little advice like this as well.
I have used Frontline on my pregnant and nursing dogs without any problems as well as keeping them on their Interceptor for heart worm prevention. Have not had any problems.
As for the person who asked how the kittens were to get fleas when they are inside the mother....duhhhh...when they are BORN she doesn't want any fleas to jump on the newborn kittens!!!!
2007-12-21 04:35:22 · answer #5 · answered by Cynthia N 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Advantage is safe to use on a pregnant cat. It's topical. Revolution can be used after the kittens are weaned. Revolution goes into the system, even though it's applied topically. So treat the mommy with Advantage and then treat your home.
2007-12-21 04:39:23 · answer #6 · answered by Rosesarered 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why are you asking us? We are not vets here!.. And why are you letting her run around outside? That is apparently what you are doing if she is pregnant again. Keep your cat inside! The world doesnt need more cats that are just treated with complete cruelty. Make sure you keep her inside for the next 9 weeks of she'll get knocked up again no doubt about it.
2007-12-21 05:45:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the best flea control method is frontine. i have 9 cats and this is what i use because my vets recommended it. it works!!!! it is sort of expensive but you can use it on pregnant and lactating queens. get it at your vet or some pet stores have it. you may consider worming all of them when possible because fleas carry tapeworm larva and will cause your cats to have worms.
lots of luck
chris, former siamese breeder
2007-12-21 04:33:44 · answer #8 · answered by kelley 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I couldn't find any specific information on revalution, but it's best to avoid all meds unless they specifically say that it is OK for pregnant cats. Frontline is OK, and is a good choice - lots of advice at http://www.peteducation.com/
2007-12-21 04:23:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have used garlic powder for years on my cat.. It keeps the fleas at bay and doesn't hurt your baby. You mix it in the food.. soft or hard. You can also add an egg.. Its great for their fur..
if you put a bay leaf under the blanket .it can keep bugs away from the babies as well.
2007-12-21 04:59:43 · answer #10 · answered by DearAbby 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋