Should your cat get worms, there are simple and effective solutions. As pets are at risk of reinfection, keeping up with a regular worming protocol, at least every three months, is advisable, and will help to keep them happy and healthy – even if they are asleep on the sofa all day…
Do indoor cats need to be wormed regularly?
But what about adults? After 6 months of age, all cats (indoors or out) need to be protected from internal and external parasites seasonally or year-round, depending on risk factors and climate. Fecal examinations may miss some types of parasites, so experts* recommend deworming 2-4 times a year.
Do indoor cats get worms?
Both indoor cats and outdoor cats are at risk of contracting worms. Infestation depends on the type of worm, but most often, cats get worms by coming into contact with fleas, eggs or infected particles in feces.
How often do cats need worm treatment?
Adult cats/dogs should be wormed every 3 months (4 times yearly), cats who are hunters should be wormed more frequently. This is especially important in families with young children to reduce the risk of health problems.
How often should an indoor kitten be wormed?
It's recommended that kittens are treated for Toxocara cati every two weeks until they're three months old, then monthly until six months. This is to ensure each new lifecycle of the parasite is killed as the adults emerge.
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