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My cat has flea bite allergy. Can I give her fatty acids or Benadryl?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

I believe my cat is having an allergic reaction to flea bites. Are fatty acids and Benadryl okay to use? If so what kind?

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on October 21st, 2017

Hi there and thanks for your post! Fatty acids can be beneficial to restore and maintain healthy skin barrier such as omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. While Benadryl can help somewhat for an allergic reaction, the best treatment for flea allergy is using a good flea preventative monthly to kill fleas and keep them from coming back. I have included a link to great omega supplement. Use the code petcoach20 to receive 20% off your order. http://www.vrshealth.com/feline-products/feline-omega-benefits/

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