Type of Cat Parasites
LEARN MORE ABOUT PARASITES
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It can take three months or more to get an infestation under control, so prevention is definitely better than cure.
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Fleas can be distressing for your pet, however they are more than just a nuisance. Fleas can cause skin disease and transmit infectious ......
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Generally, ticks are of most importance as vectors of pathogens affecting both companion animals and humans...
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For an existing tick infestation, visible ticks should be removed as soon as possible with purpose-designed removal tools.
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The two mite species most commonly infesting cats are cat mange mites and ear mites.
Learn more about the lifecycle of cat mange mites and ear mites.
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Intestinal worms in cats are common and they are also very treatable.
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Common intestinal worms in cats in Malaysia include roundworms, hookworms and tapeworms.
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Although heartworm infection is less common in cats than in dogs, nevertheless, heartworm disease in cat is important as it is a serious and potentially fatal disease
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Heartworm infected cats are usually asymptomatic and clinical presentation may take either an acute or a chronic course.