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My cat licked flea treatment, now has smelly diarrhea. Is it an emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Curl | Female | 5 lbs

Was giving my cat a flea treatment and she started licking it now she has smelly diarrhea and isn't acting right

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 13th, 2016

Cats are extremely sensitive to flea medication, and it sounds like Alula is having a toxic reaction from licking it. This is a medical emergency, and she needs to see a vet right away. Please take her into an ER vet now.

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