If you notice your cat constantly grooming or scratching, or if bald spots and scabs appear on his or her body, then it may be wise to check for fleas.

Fleas are small black insects that can often be seen hopping around the fur of an animal.

Another indication that your cat may have fleas is the black flea droppings left on the skin (which look a lot like pepper flakes!).

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What To Do Next

If you discover that your cat has fleas, the first thing you must do is check the house.

Check all the common places your cat sits or sleeps. Also be sure to check the carpets and rugs, bedspreads, and sheets.

Everywhere you find fleas must be treated immediately.

Petworld recommends using a “mild-on-the-skin” but “tough-on-the-fleas” shampoo, such as Johnson's cat flea cleansing shampoo.

This formula is gentle but effective at removing fleas and ticks while not further irritating any of the bites on your cat’s skin.

We also stock a wide range of flea sprays and powders that can be used both on your pet and around your house.

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Once the fleas have gone, It is hugely important to prevent them from returning. We recommend either buying a flea-preventative collar or the more popular “flea-drop” method.

This is where drops of flea-repelling treatment can be placed on the back of the neck to prevent fleas from returning to your cat.

Our Beaphar cat spot-on flea treatment also prevents the infestations of tapeworm, which can occur in a cat or kitten if fleas are swallowed.

It’s highly important to be on the lookout for fleas constantly because if they’re left on the skin for too long, they can cause serious illnesses – including infected sores, tapeworm, and even anemia – in the cat.

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