Should my indoor cats get flea/worm meds when a new puppy arrives?

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I currently have two older cats and am going to get a puppy next month. I live on the 4th floor apartment and dont need to give my cats flea or worm medicine because they are inside all day. When I get a puppy I plan on putting it on flea and worm medicine, should I also do this for my cats? Thanks.

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately your puppy can bring in a live flea and that flea can then hop on your cat(s). So it is a good idea to also put flea prevention on your kitties. Make sure it is labelled as suitable for cats.

Should my indoor cats get flea/worm meds when a new puppy arrives?

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