Fleas can often carry tapeworm larvae, which means that if cats ingest an infected flea while grooming, they can end up infected." Applying a topical treatment or another effective option ...

Cats with severe flea infestations can suffer from skin damage, an allergic reaction, and anemia from blood loss. Fleas can also spread parasites like tapeworms and may transmit diseases.

Brushing can even help reduce hairballs by removing loose hair before your cat can swallow it. Grooming is also an opportunity to strengthen your bond with your cat and check them regularly for ...

Playing in the garden, exploring the local park or frolicking in the sand at the beach – South Africa’s dogs have a great ...

Is your dog or cat itching themselves more often? It could be a sign of fleas - even when it's cold ... if you diagnose and do a bath first, that's fine and then go to a topical," she said.

Is your dog or cat itching themselves more often? It could be a sign of fleas - even when it's cold ... if you diagnose and do a bath first, that's fine and then go to a topical," she said.

"While it's difficult to quantify how common these allergies are, many cases likely go unnoticed by the kitty's owner," a vet told Newsweek.

"For all my cat parents that dread bath time," reads the caption, while the tabby tries everything he can to escape, dramatically climbing on the walls and meowing loudly, as if fighting for his life.

The mama cat removes the amniotic sac and then licks the kitten with her roughly-textured tongue. This also stimulates the kittens’ breathing. Kittens learn from their mothers, so they’ll pick up the ...