Can pregnant cats be dewormed externally?

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

Can pregnant cats be dewormed externally?

External deworming is not recommended for pregnant cats. In vitro deworming requires the medicine to penetrate into the skin to exert its efficacy and achieve the deworming effect. It may cause some harm to the fetus, and the cat's physique changes during pregnancy, so it is uncertain whether side effects will occur. If the cat does have parasites, the owner can deworm the cat with the advice of a doctor.

External deworming of pregnant cats should pay attention to the following:

1. It must be carried out under the guidance of a veterinarian to avoid harm to the fetus.

2. Take a shower before performing external deworming. After drying, drop the deworming medicine on a place that cannot be licked. After dripping the medicine, wait for the medicine to penetrate into the skin before slowly letting go. It will take effect only after the medicine penetrates into the skin, and it will not work if applied to the hair.

3. Try not to use insect repellent rings, which are very toxic and will harm the cat’s body.

4. Do not bathe your cat within two days after external deworming, as this will affect the efficacy of the drug.

5. If the cat shows symptoms of parasite infection such as itching and scratching, not deworming may also affect the health of the fetus. Then you need to choose a relatively safe deworming drug under the guidance of a veterinarian. .