My cat licked DEET bug spray. Why is she drowsy? Should I be worried?

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My cat licked my arm hours after I put OFF bug spray on they have 15% of DEET and now she seems really drowsy and she isn’t breathing as hard as she normally does(I can normally hear her when I get close) she’s been sleeping by herself for about two hours while I watched tv normally she’s more alert and playful while I’m watching tv and wants me to Give her attention. Should I be worried???? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed

Lauren Kennedy, DVM · Accepted Answer

Since it was several hours after applying the bug spray I think Willow will be just fine. If the bug spray was going to affect her she would have to ingest a large amount. Just keep an eye on her for now and if she is still acting abnormal after 24 hours or her symptoms change and become more severe then take her to the vet.

My cat licked DEET bug spray. Why is she drowsy? Should I be worried?

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