My cats have fleas! What OTC flea treatment works without a vet RX?

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Just discovered my cats have fleas. What (if any) OTC flea remedy will take care of this issue, or do I need a Pet RX? Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 4 years and 9 months old | 12 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I can give you a flea treatment program for Daisy, and you can get them from 1800 Pet Meds without a prescription. First, I would give her Capstar. It's a one time pill that starts killing fleas within 30 minutes. Then follow up with a spot on treatment, like Advantage ll. This is a treatment that has to be used once a month. You will also have to disinfect the environment. Wash her bedding in hot soapy water, and vacuum the furniture and carpet surfaces. You can use a spray to kill fleas in the house, such as Indorex, or a flea bomb would work well to kill the fleas in the home. Best of luck, I hope this helps!

My cats have fleas! What OTC flea treatment works without a vet RX?

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