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My cat has flea allergy scabs all over. What natural remedies work?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 2 years and 3 months old | 1lb

2 year old male feline with serious flea allergy. scabs all over under tail all along back sides and belly. What natural remedies are there?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 30th, 2019

Usually natural remedies will not help this. With a flea allergy dermatitis steroids are needed to stop the body's reaction to the allergens. You are better off getting him examined and treated by a vet. The steroids work very quickly and he will be feeling better almost immediately.

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