What is fly strike on cats? How to prevent it for outdoor cats?

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What is fly strike on cats and what can I do to prevent it and misquotes on my cat that loves being outside and comes inside only when she wants. She loves her hunting and freedom. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed | 2 years and 8 months old | 5 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Fly strike is usually an infection of the skin due to mosquitos larvae (maggots). Normal hygiene and routine check at your cat coat esential to avoid any small wound on skin which can represent a source of contamination. Regular flea treatment may be useful as well to avoid any self traumatic injury due to itch. Hope this answer was helpful but please do not hesitate to contact us again if you have any further questions.

What is fly strike on cats? How to prevent it for outdoor cats?

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