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What dewormer should I use for my 10-month-old British Shorthair cat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | British Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 9 months and 30 days old | 10 lbs

Which of the two dewormers is better for a 10 months old British short hair? Thank you so much!

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 23rd, 2019

Good question. So the Heartgard is more of a preventative heartworm and intestinal worm prevention that you should give once a month to protect your pet. The one on the left (Bayer) is only going to treat your pet for tapeworms if he is currently infected. Tapeworms are easily seen in the stool because they are big and look like little white rice or fried rice when dried up. If not seen, then I would stick with the preventative Heartgard for now. I hope that this is helpful information for your furry friend Keke moving forward! Best wishes and take care. : )

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