Fleas and Ticks in Cats Directory
The ordinary cat flea is the most common parasite on the cat’s skin. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of cats' fleas and ticks, how fleas and ticks are found, treated, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Safety Tips for Using Flea and Tick Products on Pets
Find out from WebMD how to safely use flea and tick prevention products on your pets.
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A Flea- and Tick-Free Yard: Keep Your Pet Safe
Your dog loves her yard, so keep it flea and tick free. Learn about products that can help keep her safe.
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Flea Control in Your Home
Don't let fleas live in your home. Get them off your pets and out of your house with these flea control methods.
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Outdoor Cats
WebMD discusses how to smoothly transition an outdoor cat into the more demanding setting of the indoors.
Features
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When Your Dog or Cat Has a Flea Allergy
Fleabites are worse for some animals. Here’s how to help your dog or cat ease the itch.
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Fleas and Ticks: Surprising Problems
They make your pets itch and scratch, but fleas and ticks can cause other problems for your pets.
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Natural Ways to Control Fleas and Ticks on Pets
WebMD discusses natural options for controlling fleas and ticks on pets.
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Should you consider holistic medicine for your pet?
Pet owners can figure out whether holistic health care treatments are right for their cats or dogs.
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Slideshows & Images
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Slideshow: What You Need to Know About Fleas and Ticks
Are you battling fleas and ticks? Pictures show the warning signs of infestation and the best ways to get rid of fleas and ticks on your pet and in the home.
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Slideshow: Risky Mistakes Pet Owners Make
Pet owners risk rashes, diseases, bites, and worms when they neglect pet care basics. And dogs and cats can suffer needlessly, too. This WebMD slideshow lays out scenarios.
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Slideshow: Skin Problems in Cats
Learn to recognize common skin conditions in cats in this WebMD slideshow. See pictures of feline acne, allergic dermatitis, mites, bacterial infection, and more.