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.
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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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Kitten Care Q&A: Vaccinations, Illnesses, Veterinary Checkups, and More
WebMD veterinary expert answers commonly asked questions about kitten care, including vaccinations, common illnesses, how often you should schedule veterinary checkups, and kitten birth defects.
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Should You Have an Indoor Cat or an Outdoor Cat?
WebMD discusses the positives and negatives of indoor and outdoor cats.
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8 Common Cat Behavior and Health Problems and Solutions
Keep the peace between you and your feline friend with these solutions to common cat problems.
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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.
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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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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.