{"id":3355,"date":"2021-06-05T20:16:15","date_gmt":"2021-06-05T20:16:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cats.com\/?page_id=3355"},"modified":"2025-10-24T04:39:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T04:39:25","slug":"best-flea-treatment-for-cats","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cats.com\/best-flea-treatment-for-cats","title":{"rendered":"The 11 Best Flea Treatments for Cats"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_94647\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-94647\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94647\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Best-Flea-Treatments-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Best Flea Treatments for Cats\" width=\"1200\" height=\"855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Best-Flea-Treatments-for-Cats.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Best-Flea-Treatments-for-Cats-768x547.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Best-Flea-Treatments-for-Cats-624x445.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-94647\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Fleas carry pathogens and diseases that can be transmitted to your cat. By choosing the right flea treatment, you can spare your cat from the itching and irritation that comes with a flea infestation. You\u2019ll also protect them from some of the more serious consequences of being a host to fleas.<\/p>\n<p>Flea treatments can be dangerous if you choose the wrong one or use it improperly. In this guide, we\u2019ll cover the different types of cat flea treatments, discovering which ones are safe and which are toxic to your cat. You\u2019ll also learn how to choose the best option for your unique situation.<\/p>\n<h2><span lang=\"EN\">At a Glance 11 Best Cat Flea Treatments To Buy <\/span><\/h2>\n    <style>\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks { margin: 0 -7.5px 15px; white-space: normal; }\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks:after { display: block; content: \"\"; clear: both; height: 0; overflow: hidden; }\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks .block { flex: none; display: flex; flex-direction: column; align-items: center; justify-content: stretch; float: left; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0 7.5px 15px; padding: 10px 5px; width: calc(50% - 15px); min-height: 170px; border-radius: 5px; border: 0.5px solid #BFBEBE; box-shadow: 0px 0px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.25); text-align: center; }\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks .block .img { display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; padding: 5px 0 10px; }\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks .block .img img { width: auto; max-width: 100px; height: auto; max-height: 50px; }\n     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     <div class=\"label\">Overall Best<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"panel\">\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"img\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fadvantage-ii-flea-spot-treatment-cats%2Fdp%2F101839\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                           title=\"Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Cats\" class=\"thirstylinkimg\">\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aac-table__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Advantage-II-Flea-Spot-Treatment-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"aac-table__image\"\r\n                                 rel=\"noshare\">\r\n                        <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"data\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"logo\">\r\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/elanco-logo.png\" alt=\"Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Cats\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"score\">\r\n                            10.0                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"stars\">\r\n                            <div class=\"stars-inactive\">\r\n                                <div class=\"stars-active\" style=\"width: 100%\"><\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"picked\"> Picked by <span class=\"cliverse-picked-count\">31<\/span> people today!<\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"text\">\r\n                        <h4>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fadvantage-ii-flea-spot-treatment-cats%2Fdp%2F101839\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Cats\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Cats<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Kills adult fleas, eggs, and larvae<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Easy to apply topical treatment<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li 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                               <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Costs less than $6 per dose<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>One dose lasts up to 6 weeks<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Kills adult fleas, eggs, and larvae<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ftevrapet-firstact-plus-flea-tick%2Fdp%2F274566\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"button\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\" title=\"TevraPet FirstAct Plus Flea & Tick Treatment for Cats\">Check Price<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            \r\n        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href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fpetarmor-capaction-flea-tablets-cats%2Fdp%2F288617\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"PetArmor CapAction Flea Tablets for Cats\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">PetArmor CapAction Flea Tablets for Cats<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Oral tablet begins working within 30 minutes<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Safe for kittens 4 weeks and older<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Costs $2 less per tablet than Capstar<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fpetarmor-capaction-flea-tablets-cats%2Fdp%2F288617\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"button\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\" title=\"PetArmor CapAction Flea Tablets for Cats\">Check Price<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>            \r\n            \r\n            <div class=\"cliverse-product-block\">\r\n                <div class=\"label\">Safe for Kittens<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"panel\">\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"img\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07Q1TKTP9\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                           title=\"Novartis Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Cats\" class=\"thirstylinkimg\">\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aac-table__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Novartis-Capstar-Flea-Tablets-For-Dogs-And-Cats-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"aac-table__image\"\r\n                                 rel=\"noshare\">\r\n                        <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"data\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"logo\">\r\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/CAPSTAR_NEW_logo_2019.png\" alt=\"Novartis Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Cats\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"score\">\r\n                            9.6                        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         <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Starts killing fleas within 30 minutes<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Gentle formulation safe for daily use<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Safe for kittens as young as 4 weeks<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07Q1TKTP9\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"button\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\" title=\"Novartis Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Cats\">Check Price<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                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           <div class=\"logo\">\r\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Bravecto-logo.png\" alt=\"Bravecto Topical Solution for Cats\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"score\">\r\n                            9.5                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"stars\">\r\n                            <div class=\"stars-inactive\">\r\n                                <div class=\"stars-active\" style=\"width: 95%\"><\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"picked\"> Picked by <span class=\"cliverse-picked-count\">18<\/span> people today!<\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"text\">\r\n                        <h4>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fbravecto-plus-topical-solution-cats%2Fdp%2F241131\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Bravecto Topical Solution for Cats\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Bravecto Topical Solution for Cats (12-Week Supply)<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>One dose provides up to 12 weeks of protection<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Multiple concentrations for cats up to 27.5 pounds<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Effective against both fleas and ticks<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fbravecto-plus-topical-solution-cats%2Fdp%2F241131\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"button\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\" title=\"Bravecto Topical Solution for Cats\">Check Price<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n                        \r\n            <div class=\"cliverse-product-block\">\r\n                <div class=\"label\">Best Flea Collar<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"panel\">\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"img\">\r\n                        <a 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<\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"picked\"> Picked by <span class=\"cliverse-picked-count\">31<\/span> people today!<\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"text\">\r\n                        <h4>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fcheristin-flea-spot-treatment-cats%2Fdp%2F143410\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Cheristin Flea Spot Treatment for Cats\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Cheristin Flea Spot Treatment for Cats <\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Available without a prescription<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Effective against adult fleas, ticks, and mites<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>One dose provides up to 6 weeks of protection<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fcheristin-flea-spot-treatment-cats%2Fdp%2F143410\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"button\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\" title=\"Cheristin Flea Spot Treatment for Cats\">Check Price<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            \r\n            <div class=\"cliverse-product-block\">\r\n                <div 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noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Hartz Groomer\u2019s Best Flea Comb for Dogs & Cats\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Hartz Groomer\u2019s Best Flea Comb for Dogs & Cats<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Extra-fine teeth to catch adult fleas and eggs<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Ergonomic handle for comfortable use<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Inexpensive, costs less than $6<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n    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Area Treatment Carpet Spray\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"score\">\r\n                            9.0                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"stars\">\r\n                            <div class=\"stars-inactive\">\r\n                                <div class=\"stars-active\" style=\"width: 90%\"><\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"picked\"> Picked by <span class=\"cliverse-picked-count\">18<\/span> people today!<\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"text\">\r\n                        <h4>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fvirbac-knockout-es-area-treatment%2Fdp%2F53855\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Virbac Knockout E.S. Area Treatment Carpet Spray\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Virbac Knockout E.S. Area Treatment Carpet Spray<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Kills adult fleas, eggs, and larvae<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>One can treats up to 2,100 square feet<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Fast and easy to apply<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fvirbac-knockout-es-area-treatment%2Fdp%2F53855\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"button\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\" title=\"Virbac Knockout E.S. Area Treatment Carpet Spray\">Check Price<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>: While we purchased all the products on this list and researched them extensively, we weren\u2019t able to physically test them all (for the safety of our cats). To ensure the products didn\u2019t go to waste after review, they were donated to a local veterinary clinic so they could be given to cat owners in need.<\/p>\n<h2>Treat Cat Fleas in 5 Steps<\/h2>\n<p>Understanding the flea life cycle is key to any effective flea treatment plan. A <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/how-to-get-rid-of-fleas-on-your-cat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flea infestation starts<\/a> when adult fleas on your cat\u2019s body start releasing eggs. The eggs are just as likely to remain on your cat\u2019s body as to fall off, hatching into larvae wherever they land and then maturing into pupae.<\/p>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-92655\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Life-Cycle-of-Cat-Flea_infographic.jpg\" alt=\"Life Cycle of Cat Flea_infographic\" width=\"1473\" height=\"1131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Life-Cycle-of-Cat-Flea_infographic.jpg 1473w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Life-Cycle-of-Cat-Flea_infographic-768x590.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Life-Cycle-of-Cat-Flea_infographic-624x479.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1473px) 100vw, 1473px\" \/><\/h4>\n<p>When <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/fleas-on-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cat flea<\/a> pupae mature, they can reinfest your cat\u2014even if you\u2019ve already gotten rid of the adult fleas on your cat\u2019s body. By catching an infestation early, however, you might be able to remove or kill the adult fleas before they\u2019ve laid any eggs. If the infestation is already underway, you\u2019ll need to destroy the eggs, larvae, and pupae to prevent the next generation of fleas from continuing the cycle.<\/p>\n<p>Work with your veterinarian to establish a treatment plan appropriate for your cat, but the following is a general guide:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Confirm the infestation<\/strong>: Thoroughly comb your cat with a fine-toothed flea comb. You might find live fleas, flea dirt (flea droppings), eggs, or any combination of the three. Remove as many fleas and eggs as possible by hand.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bathe your cat in nontoxic dish soap<\/strong>: This helps remove any remaining fleas, eggs, and flea dirt. You can skip this step if your cat hates baths, but it might be the only option for young kittens for whom chemical flea treatments can be dangerous.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Treat your cat with an appropriate flea treatment<\/strong>: This is typically a topical spot-on or oral medication. Your veterinarian can offer recommendations specific to your cat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Treat your home<\/strong>: Perform a thorough cleaning of your home, vacuuming carpeting and upholstered surfaces and laundering bedding. Make sure to treat your home (including your cat\u2019s bedding) to destroy eggs, larvae, and pupating fleas.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rinse and Repeat<\/strong>: Re-apply flea treatments as necessary until no fleas or eggs remain.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Why Trust Cats.com<\/h2>\n<p>To understand exactly what it takes to get rid of your cat\u2019s fleas, our research began with learning about the flea life cycle, studying how these parasites live, reproduce, and use their hosts. Armed with an understanding of how flea infestations work, we read dozens of expert guides to find the best techniques and products for getting rid of them.<\/p>\n<p>We put hours into identifying which products are safe for cats, reading papers on the efficacy of various insecticides and learning about safety concerns. Based on this research, we selected a few products with strong safety records and a history of effectiveness.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, we asked a veterinarian to review the entire article to make sure that all our guidance was accurate and responsible from a vet\u2019s perspective.<\/p>\n<h2>Top Picks Explained<\/h2>\n<p>The best flea treatments for cats are always changing as new products come on the market. While we\u2019ve recently updated our recommendations in this article, we still love the products Mallory reviews in this video.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Top 8 Best Flea Treatments for Cats (We Reviewed Them All)\" data-cliversesrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dQPn5pLCPtw\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>The 11 Best Cat Flea Treatments<\/h2>\n<p>Cat flea treatments take many forms, from topical spot-on and oral preventatives to medicated shampoos, sprays, and combs. The best cat flea treatment might vary depending on your cat\u2019s age, the severity of the infestation, and other factors that impact safety.<\/p>\n<p>Our recommendations and rankings are determined by a variety of factors. Each cat will have different needs and preferences, so while Advantage II topical flea spot treatment is our top choice, it might not be ideal for your unique cat. To help you choose the right flea treatment for your cat, we\u2019ve categorized our recommendations according to product type, life stage, and other key considerations.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#1 <\/span>Overall Best: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fadvantage-ii-flea-spot-treatment-cats%2Fdp%2F101839\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Cats<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-94597 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Advantage-II-Flea-Spot-Treatment-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Cats\" width=\"358\" height=\"367\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fadvantage-ii-flea-spot-treatment-cats%2Fdp%2F101839\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Chewy<\/a> <a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Flea-Prevention-Cats-Over-Advantage\/dp\/B004QBDO0M\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>Because they have long-lasting effects, spot-on treatments are some of the most popular and effective flea treatments available. You apply these medications to the back of your cat\u2019s neck, where they can\u2019t lick it off.<\/p>\n\n                    <link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ribosome\/css\/swiper.min.css\"\/>\n            <script>\n                window.addEventListener(\"firstUserActivity\", function(event) {\n                    var event = new Event('galleryScriptLoaded');\n\n                    var script = document.createElement('script');\n\n                    script.src = 'https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ribosome\/js\/swiper.js';\n                    script.async = true;\n\n                    script.onload = function () {\n                        window.dispatchEvent(event);\n                    };\n\n                    document.head.appendChild(script);\n                });\n            <\/script>\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94612-94610-94611 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94612-94610-94611 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94612-94610-94611 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94612-94610-94611 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94612-94610-94611\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Advantage-II-Flea-Spot-Treatment-for-Cats-1.jpg\" alt=\"Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94612\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Advantage-II-Flea-Spot-Treatment-for-Cats-3.jpg\" alt=\"Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94610\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Advantage-II-Flea-Spot-Treatment-for-Cats-2.jpg\" alt=\"Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94611\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"> Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>Advantage II is a monthly topical flea treatment made with two active ingredients: imidacloprid and pyriproxyfen. Not only does it kill adult fleas, but it slows the flea life cycle to get the infestation under control quickly. The product starts working within 24 hours and keeps working for 30 days.<\/p>\n<p>Advantage II is safe for cats and kittens 8 weeks or older that weigh 2 or more pounds. It comes in three concentrations and is sold in single or multiple doses (up to 12 months). This product is only for flea control\u2014you\u2019ll need an additional treatment if you want to protect against ticks or other parasites.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Kills adult fleas, eggs, and larvae<\/li>\n<li>Easy to apply topical treatment<\/li>\n<li>One dose lasts for 30 days<\/li>\n<li>Three concentrations for cats more than 2 pounds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Not effective against ticks or other parasites<\/li>\n<li>Not evaluated for kittens less than 8 weeks old and less than 2 pounds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#2 <\/span>Best Full-Spectrum: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Frevolution-plus-topical-solution-cats%2Fdp%2F185728\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Revolution Plus Topical Solution for Cats<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94598 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Revolution-Plus-Topical-Solution-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Revolution Plus Topical Solution for Cats\" width=\"437\" height=\"267\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Frevolution-plus-topical-solution-cats%2Fdp%2F185728\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Chewy<\/a> <a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Revolution-Plus-selamectin-sarolaner-Solution\/dp\/B0928FH95C\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>A spot-on treatment like the previous pick, Revolution Plus is effective against a variety of parasites including fleas, ticks, and ear mites. It also protects against heartworm disease and certain intestinal parasites.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94615-94614-94613 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94615-94614-94613 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94615-94614-94613 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94615-94614-94613 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94615-94614-94613\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Revolution-Plus-Topical-Solution-for-Cats-1.jpg\" alt=\"Revolution Plus Topical Solution for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94615\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Revolution-Plus-Topical-Solution-for-Cats-2.jpg\" alt=\"Revolution Plus Topical Solution for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94614\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Revolution-Plus-Topical-Solution-for-Cats-3.jpg\" alt=\"Revolution Plus Topical Solution for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94613\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>Revolution Plus is a quick-drying formula made with two active ingredients: selamectin and sarolaner. It starts working within six hours and offers strong protection after 24 hours. It doesn\u2019t contain an insect growth regulator, however, so it only kills adult fleas. Other flea control measures might be required to treat an active infestation.<\/p>\n<p>Revolution Plus comes in three concentrations for cats weighing as little as 2.8 pounds or as much as 22 pounds. It\u2019s safe for cats 8 weeks and older and is only available by prescription.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>One dose provides 30 days of protection<\/li>\n<li>Effective against fleas, ticks, and mites<\/li>\n<li>Three formulations for cats 2.8 to 22 pounds<\/li>\n<li>Quick-drying formula is easy to apply<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Not evaluated for kittens less than 8 weeks old or less than 2.8 pounds<\/li>\n<li>Only effective against adult fleas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#3 <\/span>Budget Pick: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ftevrapet-firstact-plus-flea-tick%2Fdp%2F274566\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">TevraPet FirstAct Plus Flea &amp; Tick Treatment for Cats<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-94601 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/TevraPet-FirstAct-Plus-Flea-Tick-Treatment-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"TevraPet FirstAct Plus Flea &amp; Tick Treatment for Cats\" width=\"439\" height=\"378\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ftevrapet-firstact-plus-flea-tick%2Fdp%2F274566\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Chewy<\/a> <a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/TevraPet-FirstAct-Topical-Prevention-Waterproof\/dp\/B06XKS14PS\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>Made with the same active ingredients as Frontline Plus (fipronil and s-methoprene), FirstAct Plus from Tevra pet costs less than $6 per dose when you buy at least 6 months\u2019 worth of treatments. It\u2019s a fast-acting, waterproof formula effective against adult fleas, flea larvae, and flea eggs.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94620-94619-94621 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94620-94619-94621 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94620-94619-94621 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94620-94619-94621 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94620-94619-94621\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/TevraPet-FirstAct-Plus-Flea-Tick-Treatment-for-Cats-1.jpg\" alt=\"TevraPet FirstAct Plus Flea & Tick Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94620\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/TevraPet-FirstAct-Plus-Flea-Tick-Treatment-for-Cats-3.jpg\" alt=\"TevraPet FirstAct Plus Flea & Tick Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94619\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/TevraPet-FirstAct-Plus-Flea-Tick-Treatment-for-Cats-2.jpg\" alt=\"TevraPet FirstAct Plus Flea & Tick Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94621\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>FirstAct Plus is safe for use on kittens and cats 8 weeks or older and weighing at least 1.5 pounds. While one dose can last up to 6 weeks, monthly applications are recommended for active infestations. It\u2019s only available in one concentration but it doesn\u2019t require a prescription to purchase.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Costs less than $6 per dose<\/li>\n<li>One dose lasts for up to 6 weeks<\/li>\n<li>Kills adult fleas, eggs, and larvae<\/li>\n<li>No prescription required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Only one concentration, not weight-specific<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#4 <\/span>Fastest Acting: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fpetarmor-capaction-flea-tablets-cats%2Fdp%2F288617\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">PetArmor CapAction Flea Tablets for Cats<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94603 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PetArmor-CapAction-Flea-Tablets-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"PetArmor CapAction Flea Tablets for Cats\" width=\"400\" height=\"299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PetArmor-CapAction-Flea-Tablets-for-Cats.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PetArmor-CapAction-Flea-Tablets-for-Cats-240x180.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fpetarmor-capaction-flea-tablets-cats%2Fdp%2F288617\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Chewy<\/a> <a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/CAPACTION-Fast-Acting-Oral-Treatment-Doses\/dp\/B07GN2JYSJ\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>The fastest-acting flea treatments are generally oral medications, not spot-on treatments. These products are usually formulated with gentler ingredients than topical treatments\u2014ingredients that are safe for your cat to ingest, which are under stricter regulation.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94624-94622-94623 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94624-94622-94623 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94624-94622-94623 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94624-94622-94623 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94624-94622-94623\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PetArmor-CapAction-Flea-Tablets-for-Cats-1.jpg\" alt=\"PetArmor CapAction Flea Tablets for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94624\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PetArmor-CapAction-Flea-Tablets-for-Cats-2.jpg\" alt=\"PetArmor CapAction Flea Tablets for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94622\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PetArmor-CapAction-Flea-Tablets-for-Cats-3.jpg\" alt=\"PetArmor CapAction Flea Tablets for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94623\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>CapAction contains the active ingredient nitenpyram which starts working within 30 minutes and kills up to 90% of adult fleas within six hours of treatment. Because it only contains an adulticide, however, it won\u2019t kill flea eggs or larvae. Repeated treatments might be required to completely eliminate an infestation.<\/p>\n<p>This oral flea treatment is nearly identical in formulation to the popular Novartis Capstar but is about $2 cheaper per tablet. It\u2019s only sold in boxes of six tablets and doesn\u2019t require a prescription to purchase. CapAction is safe for kittens and cats at least 4 weeks of age and weighing 2 pounds or more.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Oral tablet begins working within 30 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Safe for kittens 4 weeks and older<\/li>\n<li>Costs $2 less per tablet than Capstar<\/li>\n<li>Doesn\u2019t require a prescription<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Doesn\u2019t kill flea eggs or larvae<\/li>\n<li>Multiple rounds of treatment might be required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#5 <\/span>Safe for Kittens: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07Q1TKTP9\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Novartis Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Cats<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-53326 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Novartis-Capstar-Flea-Tablets-For-Dogs-And-Cats-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"243\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fcapstar-flea-oral-treatment-cats-2-25%2Fdp%2F181621\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Chewy<\/a> <a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07Q1TKTP9\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>Capstar is one of the most popular oral flea treatments on the market. Like CapAction, it\u2019s safe for kittens as young as 4 weeks of age, but it\u2019s been around longer and has a proven history of effectiveness. Capstar is available without a prescription and its gentle formula is safe for daily use in cats weighing between 2 and 25 pounds.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94630-94628-94629 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94630-94628-94629 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94630-94628-94629 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94630-94628-94629 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94630-94628-94629\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Novartis-Capstar-Oral-Flea-Treatment-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Novartis Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94630\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Novartis-Capstar-Oral-Flea-Treatment-for-Cats-3.jpg\" alt=\"Novartis Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94628\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Novartis-Capstar-Oral-Flea-Treatment-for-Cats-2.jpg\" alt=\"Novartis Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94629\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>Capstar is a nitenpyram-based tablet that offers a fast-acting but temporary solution. It starts working in as little as 30 minutes, killing adult fleas within 24 hours. Because the active ingredient is an adulticide, however, it won\u2019t do anything to prevent future flea infestations.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Starts killing fleas within 30 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Gentle formulation safe for daily use<\/li>\n<li>Safe for kittens as young as 4 weeks and at least 2 pounds<\/li>\n<li>Available without a prescription<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Doesn\u2019t kill flea eggs or larvae<\/li>\n<li>Multiple rounds of treatment might be required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#6 <\/span>Longest Lasting: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fbravecto-plus-topical-solution-cats%2Fdp%2F241131\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Bravecto Topical Solution for Cats<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94604 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Bravecto-Topical-Solution-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Bravecto Topical Solution for Cats\" width=\"197\" height=\"507\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fbravecto-plus-topical-solution-cats%2Fdp%2F241131\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Chewy<\/a> <a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bravecto-Plus-Topical-Solution-Cats\/dp\/B0DFHNYL4Y\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/bravecto-plus-for-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bravecto<\/a> contains the active ingredient fluralaner, an insecticide with similar potency to fipronil (Frontline). It\u2019s an adulticide, so it only kills adult fleas. Because a single dose provides up to 12 weeks of treatment, however, it might help control infestation by killing fleas as they mature so they can\u2019t reproduce.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94627-94625-94626 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94627-94625-94626 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94627-94625-94626 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94627-94625-94626 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94627-94625-94626\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Bravecto-Topical-Solution-for-Cats-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bravecto Topical Solution for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94627\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Bravecto-Topical-Solution-for-Cats-3.jpg\" alt=\"Bravecto Topical Solution for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94625\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Bravecto-Topical-Solution-for-Cats-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bravecto Topical Solution for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94626\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>While Bravecto might offer up to three months of protection, this effect has only been documented in cats older than 6 months of age. It\u2019s also worth noting that neurological abnormalities have been reported in some cats treated with Bravecto\u2014even those without a history of neurologic conditions. A prescription is required and proper dosing is essential, so consult your veterinarian prior to use.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>One dose provides up to 12 weeks of protection<\/li>\n<li>Multiple concentrations for cats up to 27.5 pounds<\/li>\n<li>Effective against both fleas and ticks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Neurological abnormalities have been reported<\/li>\n<li>12-week efficacy might not apply to kittens under 6 months old<\/li>\n<li>Available only by prescription<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#7 <\/span>Best Flea Collar: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fseresto-flea-tick-collar-cats%2Fdp%2F46492\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Seresto Flea &amp; Tick Collar for Cats<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-92840 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Seresto-Flea-Tick-Collar-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Seresto Flea &amp; Tick Collar for Cats\" width=\"347\" height=\"347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Seresto-Flea-Tick-Collar-for-Cats.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Seresto-Flea-Tick-Collar-for-Cats-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Seresto-Flea-Tick-Collar-for-Cats-60x60.jpg 60w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Seresto-Flea-Tick-Collar-for-Cats-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 347px) 100vw, 347px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fseresto-flea-tick-collar-cats%2Fdp%2F46492\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Chewy<\/a> <a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Seresto-Vet-Recommended-Treatment-Prevention-Protection\/dp\/B00B8CG5NK\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>Flea collars release small amounts of insecticide chemicals, which spread over your cat\u2019s body and absorb into their skin, killing existing parasites and helping your cat repel new fleas. They demand little to no human intervention, working around the clock to protect your cat. This makes them an extraordinarily convenient and low-maintenance option.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94636-94634-94635 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94636-94634-94635 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94636-94634-94635 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94636-94634-94635 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94636-94634-94635\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Seresto-Flea-Tick-Collar-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Seresto Flea & Tick Collar for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94636\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Seresto-Flea-Tick-Collar-for-Cats-3.jpg\" alt=\"Seresto Flea & Tick Collar for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94634\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Seresto-Flea-Tick-Collar-for-Cats-2.jpg\" alt=\"Seresto Flea & Tick Collar for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94635\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>The Seresto flea collar from Bayer offers eight months of protection through two active ingredients: flumethrin and imidacloprid. It kills adult fleas as well as eggs and larvae. The collar is recommended for cats 10 weeks and older and is available without a prescription.<\/p>\n<p>Although this is one of the most popular flea collars on the market, results vary. This flea collar gets its share of negative reviews from people who say that their cat had a severe skin reaction to the chemicals in the collar.<\/p>\n<p>Serious safety concerns have also been raised. The Seresto flea collar has been named in more than 100,000 reports filed with the EPA and, according to the Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting, it has been linked to <a href=\"https:\/\/investigatemidwest.org\/2021\/03\/02\/popular-flea-collar-linked-to-almost-1700-pet-deaths-the-epa-has-issued-no-warning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">as many as 1,700 pet deaths<\/a>. Flea collars can pose a strangulation hazard if they get caught on something. In light of these reports, the United States Environmental Protection Agency conducted a complete review of the Seresto Pet Collar in 2021. Their findings, which confirmed the registration and safely of the collar when used correctly, are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/pets\/seresto-pet-collar-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reported here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Offers up to eight months of flea and tick prevention<\/li>\n<li>Low-maintenance alternative to spot-on treatments<\/li>\n<li>Effective against adult fleas, larvae, and eggs<\/li>\n<li>Adjustable to fit cats of different sizes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Consumers have raised serious concerns about safety<\/li>\n<li>Some users report negative skin reactions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#8 <\/span>Best Non-Prescription: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fcheristin-flea-spot-treatment-cats%2Fdp%2F143410\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Cheristin Flea Spot Treatment for Cats<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-94605 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Cheristin-Flea-Spot-Treatment-for-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Cheristin Flea Spot Treatment for Cats\" width=\"424\" height=\"338\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fcheristin-flea-spot-treatment-cats%2Fdp%2F143410\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Chewy<\/a> <a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cheristin-Cats-Topical-Flea-Treatment\/dp\/B00I9ZUL02\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>Many topical flea treatments require veterinary prescription but Cheristin is available over-the-counter. This treatment contains the active ingredient spinetoram. Though one of the newer flea treatments on the market, Cheristin has been <a href=\"https:\/\/parasitesandvectors.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s13071-017-1996-9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">clinically tested<\/a> and shown to be both safe and effective.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94633-94631-94632 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94633-94631-94632 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94633-94631-94632 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94633-94631-94632 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94633-94631-94632\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Cheristin-Flea-Spot-Treatment-for-Cats-1.jpg\" alt=\"Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94633\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Cheristin-Flea-Spot-Treatment-for-Cats-3.jpg\" alt=\"Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94631\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Cheristin-Flea-Spot-Treatment-for-Cats-2.jpg\" alt=\"Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94632\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>Cheristin is designed to kill adult fleas, ticks, and ear mites. As an adulticide, spinetoram does not kill flea eggs or larvae, but might help control infestation by killing breeding adult fleas.<\/p>\n<p>This treatment only comes in one formulation for cats 8 weeks of age and older, weighing at least 1.8 pounds. Each dose provides up to six weeks of protection and the waterproof formula helps keep it from washing off. It\u2019s sold in one-, three- and six-month supplies.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Available without a prescription<\/li>\n<li>Effective against adult fleas, ticks, and mites<\/li>\n<li>One dose provides up to six weeks of protection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Doesn\u2019t kill flea eggs or larvae<\/li>\n<li>Not evaluated for kittens less than 8 weeks of age<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#9 <\/span>Best Flea Comb: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Groomers-Fine-Toothed-Remove-Detangling-Dematting\/dp\/B0055BNET8\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Hartz Groomer\u2019s Best Flea Comb for Dogs &amp; Cats<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94606 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Hartz-Groomers-Best-Flea-Comb-for-Dogs-Cats.png\" alt=\"Hartz Groomer\u2019s Best Flea Comb for Dogs &amp; Cats\" width=\"91\" height=\"506\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Groomers-Fine-Toothed-Remove-Detangling-Dematting\/dp\/B0055BNET8\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>If your cat is already infested with fleas, it\u2019s best to remove as many as possible before starting treatment. Flea combs are designed with fine, closely-spaced teeth to catch fleas as you comb. The best technique is to work through small sections of fur at a time, dunking the comb in soapy water to remove and kill fleas.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94639-94638-94637 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94639-94638-94637 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94639-94638-94637 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94639-94638-94637 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94639-94638-94637\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Hartz-Groomers-Best-Flea-Comb-for-Dogs-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Hartz Groomer\u2019s Best Flea Comb for Dogs & Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94639\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Hartz-Groomers-Best-Flea-Comb-for-Dogs-Cats-2.jpg\" alt=\"Hartz Groomer\u2019s Best Flea Comb for Dogs & Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94638\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Hartz-Groomers-Best-Flea-Comb-for-Dogs-Cats-3.jpg\" alt=\"Hartz Groomer\u2019s Best Flea Comb for Dogs & Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94637\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>The Groomer\u2019s Best flea comb from Hartz features finely-spaced teeth that enable you to go through your cat\u2019s coat thoroughly, removing flea dirt, eggs, and fleas. The teeth have blunted ends to prevent scratching or piercing your cat\u2019s skin. The rubberized grip makes the comb comfortable and easy to handle.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Extra-fine teeth to catch adult fleas and eggs<\/li>\n<li>Ergonomic handle for comfortable use<\/li>\n<li>Inexpensive; costs less than $6<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Might be tricky to use in thick coats<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#10 <\/span>Best Flea Shampoo: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fadams-plus-flea-tick-shampoo-precor%2Fdp%2F102579\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Adams Plus Flea &amp; Tick Shampoo with Precor for Dogs and Cats<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-90805 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Adams-Plus-Flea-Tick-Shampoo-with-Precor-for-Dogs-and-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Adams Plus Flea &amp; Tick Shampoo with Precor for Dogs and Cats\" width=\"134\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fadams-plus-flea-tick-shampoo-precor%2Fdp%2F102579\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Chewy<\/a> <a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B004KDRGD2\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>While topical solutions provide long-lasting protection against future infestations, an active flea infestation might require a different approach. Medicated flea shampoos quickly kill fleas, eggs, and larvae currently on your cat\u2019s body.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94642-94640-94641 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94642-94640-94641 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94642-94640-94641 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94642-94640-94641 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94642-94640-94641\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Adams-Plus-Flea-Tick-Shampoo-with-Precor-for-Dogs-and-Cats.jpg\" alt=\"Adams Plus Flea & Tick Shampoo with Precor for Dogs and Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94642\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Adams-Plus-Flea-Tick-Shampoo-with-Precor-for-Dogs-and-Cats-3.jpg\" alt=\"Adams Plus Flea & Tick Shampoo with Precor for Dogs and Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94640\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Adams-Plus-Flea-Tick-Shampoo-with-Precor-for-Dogs-and-Cats-2.jpg\" alt=\"Adams Plus Flea & Tick Shampoo with Precor for Dogs and Cats\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94641\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>Adams Plus flea shampoo contains pyrethrins, which kill adult fleas, as well as the insect growth regulator pyriproxyfen. It also contains piperonyl butoxide, which boosts the effectiveness of pyrethrins. The recipe is formulated with soothing aloe, lanolin, and oatmeal to help minimize skin irritation.<\/p>\n<p>When using this flea shampoo, thoroughly rinse the product off to prevent accidental ingestion during grooming. It\u2019s not recommended for kittens less than 12 weeks of age.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Kills adult fleas, eggs, and larvae on contact<\/li>\n<li>Contains skin-soothing ingredients<\/li>\n<li>Insect growth regulator might kill fleas for up to 28 days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Not recommended for kittens less than 12 weeks of age<\/li>\n<li>Contains synthetic fragrance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#11 <\/span>Best Home Treatment: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fvirbac-knockout-es-area-treatment%2Fdp%2F53855\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Virbac Knockout E.S. Area Treatment Carpet Spray<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-74469 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/virbac-knockout.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"190\" height=\"409\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">\n<a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fvirbac-knockout-es-area-treatment%2Fdp%2F53855\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Chewy<\/a> <a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Virbac-Knockout-Treatment-Spray-16-Ounce\/dp\/B00AT6FY6A\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>Removing adult fleas, larvae, and eggs from your home environment is a crucial element in treating a flea infestation. While not a substitute for thorough cleaning, insecticide sprays can help kill fleas hiding in hard-to-reach areas. However, such treatments are highly concentrated and might contain ingredients that aren\u2019t safe for your cat to come in direct contact with.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94645-94644-94643 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94645-94644-94643 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94645-94644-94643 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94645-94644-94643 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-94645-94644-94643\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Virbac-Knockout-E.S.-Area-Treatment-Carpet-Spray.jpg\" alt=\"Virbac Knockout E.S. Area Treatment Carpet Spray\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94645\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Virbac-Knockout-E.S.-Area-Treatment-Carpet-Spray-2.jpg\" alt=\"Virbac Knockout E.S. Area Treatment Carpet Spray\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94644\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Virbac-Knockout-E.S.-Area-Treatment-Carpet-Spray-3.jpg\" alt=\"Virbac Knockout E.S. Area Treatment Carpet Spray\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-94643\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>This Virbac treatment contains the active ingredient Nylar, a trade name for the insect growth regulator pyriproxyfen. It also contains pyrethrins and permethrin which kill adult fleas. One 16-ounce can of this carpet spray can treat up to 2,100 square feet.<\/p>\n<p>Whenever using an insecticide spray, keep your cat out of the environment during treatment. Read the label thoroughly and never spray the insecticide near your cat\u2019s food or water, or directly on your cat. After treatment, let the product dry completely then thoroughly vacuum the treated area to remove dead fleas and any lingering traces of the product before bringing your cat back into the area.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Kills adult fleas, eggs, and larvae<\/li>\n<li>One can treats up to 2,100 square feet<\/li>\n<li>Fast and easy to apply<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Can be toxic if ingested<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What To Consider When Shopping for Cat Flea Treatments<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_94648\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-94648\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94648\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/The-11-Best-Cat-Flea-Treatments.jpg\" alt=\"The 11 Best Cat Flea Treatments\" width=\"1000\" height=\"771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/The-11-Best-Cat-Flea-Treatments.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/The-11-Best-Cat-Flea-Treatments-768x592.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/The-11-Best-Cat-Flea-Treatments-624x481.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-94648\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Treating a flea infestation requires a multi-pronged approach. In addition to killing or removing fleas from your cat\u2019s body with an insecticide-based product, you also need to eliminate them from your home. A long-lasting flea preventive will help protect your cat against future infestations.<\/p>\n<p>If you suspect your cat has fleas, talk to your veterinarian to determine the ideal course of treatment. Some infestations may require more aggressive treatment than others, but ongoing flea protection will be important in most cases.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some things to consider when shopping for cat flea treatments:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Choose a product specifically labeled for cats<\/strong>. Flea treatments for dogs might contain too high a concentration of insecticide for a smaller animal or might contain ingredients that are unsafe for cats.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Know the difference between adulticide and insect growth regulator<\/strong>. Adulticides kill only adult fleas (which account for roughly 5% of the infesting flea population) and insect growth regulators help prevent eggs and larvae from developing into adult fleas.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consider your cat\u2019s age and size<\/strong>. Most flea treatments aren\u2019t safe for kittens less than 8 weeks of age, so check the label to make sure your cat is old enough. When different versions of the same product are available, choose the one appropriate for your cat\u2019s weight range. If your cat is right on the border between two ranges, ask your vet which product you should use on your cat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Purchase from a reputable retailer or through your veterinarian<\/strong>. Tempting as it may be to take advantage of a discount, cheap flea treatments aren\u2019t worth the risk. Counterfeit products might contain the wrong dosage of insecticide or a different (more dangerous) chemical entirely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Cat-Safe Insecticides To Look For<\/h2>\n<p>Topical and oral flea treatments typically contain one of two types of insecticide: adulticides or insect growth regulators. Although adulticides are sometimes used on their own, particularly in oral medications, they\u2019re often combined with insect growth regulators which slow the infestation by preventing the fleas from reproducing.<\/p>\n<p>The most common insecticides used in cat flea treatments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pyrethrins<\/strong>: Derived from the <em>Chrysanthemum cinerariaefolium<\/em> plant and other pyrethrum-related plant species, pyrethrins are commonly used in flea powders and shampoos. Pyrethrins can be toxic to cats in large amounts or if used incorrectly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nitenpyram<\/strong>: Commonly sold under the trade name Capstar, this adulticide has the ability to destroy a large flea population in under 30 minutes. Nitenpyram is generally considered safe for kittens at least 4 weeks of age and weighing at least 2 pounds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Imidacloprid<\/strong>: The active ingredient in Advantage and Advocate, imidacloprid is considered very safe and works quickly to destroy large adult flea populations. It\u2019s recommended for cats and kittens 8 weeks and older.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fipronil<\/strong>: The active ingredient in Frontline products, this adulticide is often used in spot-on treatments. It\u2019s considered quite safe and can wipe out a large flea population within 24 hours.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Selamectin<\/strong>: This adulticide treats heartworms and hookworms in addition to fleas and ticks. It\u2019s the active ingredient in spot-on Revolution products. Ingestion may cause vomiting and drooling, so it should be applied only in areas your cat can\u2019t groom.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pyriproxyfen<\/strong>: This insect growth regulator mimics natural hormones and stops fleas from reaching adulthood, preventing reproduction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>S-methoprene<\/strong>: Like pyriproxyfen, this chemical mimics natural hormones, preventing the fleas from ever growing up and making eggs of their own.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Remember that all chemical flea treatments are inherently toxic on some level. Most of these treatments are only deadly to insects and, when administered correctly, won\u2019t harm your cat.<\/p>\n<h2>Avoid These Toxic Insecticides<\/h2>\n<p>There\u2019s always some risk involved even when using products containing insecticides. It\u2019s impossible to predict whether your cat might have a reaction, so always monitor your cat after administering a flea treatment and contact your vet if you notice potential <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/flea-and-tick-medication-poisoning-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">signs of flea medication poisoning<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To minimize the chances of a negative reaction, avoid using the following insecticides on your cat and exercise caution when using them to treat your home:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Synthetic pyrethrins or pyrethroids<\/strong>: Synthetic versions of pyrethrin are more powerful and longer-lasting than the naturally occurring chemical. Pyrethroid chemicals include allethrin, cypermethrin, deltamethrin, fenvalerate, fluvalinate, permethrin, phenothrin, tetramethrin, and etofenprox.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Permethrin<\/strong>: Any contact with permethrin can be toxic or fatal for cats because they lack the glucuronidase enzyme that helps detoxify this chemical in the liver. While rare in cat treatments, permethrin is often used in dog flea treatments, which should be avoided.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tetrachlorvinphos<\/strong>: Sometimes abbreviated to TCVP, this chemical is a neurotoxin that affects fleas. It\u2019s particularly common in flea collars. TCVP is classified as a possible human carcinogen and could also be harmful to your cat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Propoxur<\/strong>: This chemical is a neurotoxin that causes overexcitement of the flea\u2019s nervous system, eventually causing death. Because of its potential for toxicity in both cats and humans, it\u2019s not recommended for use as a flea treatment for cats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Before starting your cat on a flea preventive (or switching to a new product), consult your veterinarian. Some products are more ideal for cats in certain life stages or with specific health conditions. 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You might need to use an adulticide treatment to kill adult fleas as well as a product containing insect growth regulator to slow and eventually stop the flea life cycle. Don\u2019t forget to <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/how-to-get-rid-of-fleas-on-your-cat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">manually remove fleas<\/a> from your cat\u2019s body and thoroughly clean your house to prevent reinfestation.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 itemprop=\"name\">\n                            <div class=\"question-mark\">\n                                <svg width=\"42\" height=\"42\" viewBox=\"0 0 42 42\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                                    <path d=\"M23.3438 31.1562C23.3438 31.6198 23.2063 32.0729 22.9488 32.4584C22.6912 32.8438 22.3252 33.1442 21.8969 33.3216C21.4687 33.499 20.9974 33.5454 20.5428 33.455C20.0881 33.3645 19.6705 33.1413 19.3427 32.8135C19.0149 32.4858 18.7917 32.0681 18.7013 31.6135C18.6109 31.1588 18.6573 30.6876 18.8347 30.2593C19.0121 29.8311 19.3125 29.465 19.6979 29.2075C20.0833 28.95 20.5365 28.8125 21 28.8125C21.6216 28.8125 22.2178 29.0594 22.6573 29.499C23.0968 29.9385 23.3438 30.5346 23.3438 31.1562ZM21 10.0625C16.6914 10.0625 13.1875 13.2168 13.1875 17.0938V17.875C13.1875 18.2894 13.3521 18.6868 13.6452 18.9799C13.9382 19.2729 14.3356 19.4375 14.75 19.4375C15.1644 19.4375 15.5618 19.2729 15.8549 18.9799C16.1479 18.6868 16.3125 18.2894 16.3125 17.875V17.0938C16.3125 14.9453 18.416 13.1875 21 13.1875C23.584 13.1875 25.6875 14.9453 25.6875 17.0938C25.6875 19.2422 23.584 21 21 21C20.5856 21 20.1882 21.1646 19.8952 21.4576C19.6021 21.7507 19.4375 22.1481 19.4375 22.5625V24.125C19.4375 24.5394 19.6021 24.9368 19.8952 25.2299C20.1882 25.5229 20.5856 25.6875 21 25.6875C21.4144 25.6875 21.8118 25.5229 22.1049 25.2299C22.3979 24.9368 22.5625 24.5394 22.5625 24.125V23.9844C26.125 23.3301 28.8125 20.4883 28.8125 17.0938C28.8125 13.2168 25.3086 10.0625 21 10.0625ZM41.3125 21C41.3125 25.0174 40.1212 28.9446 37.8892 32.285C35.6573 35.6254 32.4849 38.2289 28.7733 39.7663C25.0616 41.3037 20.9775 41.706 17.0372 40.9222C13.097 40.1384 9.47766 38.2039 6.6369 35.3631C3.79615 32.5224 1.86157 28.903 1.07781 24.9628C0.294046 21.0225 0.696301 16.9384 2.23371 13.2267C3.77111 9.51512 6.37462 6.34274 9.71499 4.11077C13.0554 1.87881 16.9826 0.6875 21 0.6875C26.3855 0.693187 31.5487 2.83507 35.3568 6.64317C39.1649 10.4513 41.3068 15.6145 41.3125 21ZM38.1875 21C38.1875 17.6006 37.1795 14.2776 35.2909 11.4511C33.4023 8.62467 30.718 6.4217 27.5774 5.12082C24.4368 3.81994 20.9809 3.47957 17.6469 4.14275C14.3128 4.80594 11.2503 6.44289 8.84661 8.8466C6.4429 11.2503 4.80595 14.3128 4.14276 17.6469C3.47958 20.9809 3.81995 24.4368 5.12083 27.5774C6.42171 30.718 8.62468 33.4023 11.4511 35.2909C14.2776 37.1795 17.6006 38.1875 21 38.1875C25.5568 38.1823 29.9255 36.3699 33.1477 33.1477C36.3699 29.9255 38.1823 25.5568 38.1875 21Z\" fill=\"#828FA1\"\/>\n                                <\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                            Do natural flea treatments and home remedies work?                            <div class=\"question-angle\">\n                                <svg width=\"35\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 35 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M34.1269 0.504921C35.1752 1.25869 35.2967 2.58264 34.3981 3.46205L17.5 20L0.601898 3.46205C-0.296654 2.58264 -0.175251 1.25869 0.873062 0.504921C1.92138 -0.248853 3.49962 -0.147011 4.39817 0.732392L17.5 13.555L30.6018 0.732392C31.5004 -0.147011 33.0786 -0.248853 34.1269 0.504921Z\" fill=\"#828FA1\"\/>\n                                <\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/h3>\n                        <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"cliverse-post-faq-answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>Alternative flea treatments might help deter fleas, but few are effective in eliminating flea infestations. <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/are-essential-oils-safe-for-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Essential oil-based treatments<\/a> might be unsafe for cats and other home remedies like garlic powder, brewer\u2019s yeast, and apple cider vinegar aren\u2019t likely to work. Food-grade diatomaceous earth can be effective, but it shouldn\u2019t be applied directly to your cat\u2019s body because it could dry out their skin or affect their respiratory health.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 itemprop=\"name\">\n                            <div class=\"question-mark\">\n                                <svg width=\"42\" height=\"42\" viewBox=\"0 0 42 42\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                                    <path d=\"M23.3438 31.1562C23.3438 31.6198 23.2063 32.0729 22.9488 32.4584C22.6912 32.8438 22.3252 33.1442 21.8969 33.3216C21.4687 33.499 20.9974 33.5454 20.5428 33.455C20.0881 33.3645 19.6705 33.1413 19.3427 32.8135C19.0149 32.4858 18.7917 32.0681 18.7013 31.6135C18.6109 31.1588 18.6573 30.6876 18.8347 30.2593C19.0121 29.8311 19.3125 29.465 19.6979 29.2075C20.0833 28.95 20.5365 28.8125 21 28.8125C21.6216 28.8125 22.2178 29.0594 22.6573 29.499C23.0968 29.9385 23.3438 30.5346 23.3438 31.1562ZM21 10.0625C16.6914 10.0625 13.1875 13.2168 13.1875 17.0938V17.875C13.1875 18.2894 13.3521 18.6868 13.6452 18.9799C13.9382 19.2729 14.3356 19.4375 14.75 19.4375C15.1644 19.4375 15.5618 19.2729 15.8549 18.9799C16.1479 18.6868 16.3125 18.2894 16.3125 17.875V17.0938C16.3125 14.9453 18.416 13.1875 21 13.1875C23.584 13.1875 25.6875 14.9453 25.6875 17.0938C25.6875 19.2422 23.584 21 21 21C20.5856 21 20.1882 21.1646 19.8952 21.4576C19.6021 21.7507 19.4375 22.1481 19.4375 22.5625V24.125C19.4375 24.5394 19.6021 24.9368 19.8952 25.2299C20.1882 25.5229 20.5856 25.6875 21 25.6875C21.4144 25.6875 21.8118 25.5229 22.1049 25.2299C22.3979 24.9368 22.5625 24.5394 22.5625 24.125V23.9844C26.125 23.3301 28.8125 20.4883 28.8125 17.0938C28.8125 13.2168 25.3086 10.0625 21 10.0625ZM41.3125 21C41.3125 25.0174 40.1212 28.9446 37.8892 32.285C35.6573 35.6254 32.4849 38.2289 28.7733 39.7663C25.0616 41.3037 20.9775 41.706 17.0372 40.9222C13.097 40.1384 9.47766 38.2039 6.6369 35.3631C3.79615 32.5224 1.86157 28.903 1.07781 24.9628C0.294046 21.0225 0.696301 16.9384 2.23371 13.2267C3.77111 9.51512 6.37462 6.34274 9.71499 4.11077C13.0554 1.87881 16.9826 0.6875 21 0.6875C26.3855 0.693187 31.5487 2.83507 35.3568 6.64317C39.1649 10.4513 41.3068 15.6145 41.3125 21ZM38.1875 21C38.1875 17.6006 37.1795 14.2776 35.2909 11.4511C33.4023 8.62467 30.718 6.4217 27.5774 5.12082C24.4368 3.81994 20.9809 3.47957 17.6469 4.14275C14.3128 4.80594 11.2503 6.44289 8.84661 8.8466C6.4429 11.2503 4.80595 14.3128 4.14276 17.6469C3.47958 20.9809 3.81995 24.4368 5.12083 27.5774C6.42171 30.718 8.62468 33.4023 11.4511 35.2909C14.2776 37.1795 17.6006 38.1875 21 38.1875C25.5568 38.1823 29.9255 36.3699 33.1477 33.1477C36.3699 29.9255 38.1823 25.5568 38.1875 21Z\" fill=\"#828FA1\"\/>\n                                <\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                            What kills fleas the fastest on cats?                            <div class=\"question-angle\">\n                                <svg width=\"35\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 35 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M34.1269 0.504921C35.1752 1.25869 35.2967 2.58264 34.3981 3.46205L17.5 20L0.601898 3.46205C-0.296654 2.58264 -0.175251 1.25869 0.873062 0.504921C1.92138 -0.248853 3.49962 -0.147011 4.39817 0.732392L17.5 13.555L30.6018 0.732392C31.5004 -0.147011 33.0786 -0.248853 34.1269 0.504921Z\" fill=\"#828FA1\"\/>\n                                <\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/h3>\n                        <div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" class=\"cliverse-post-faq-answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>Bathing your cat with water and nontoxic dish soap or <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/best-flea-shampoo-for-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flea shampoo<\/a> can quickly kill adult fleas living in your cat\u2019s coat. Oral flea treatments containing nitenpyram can start working quickly as well, often within 30 minutes. Either way, you\u2019ll still need to use a flea comb to remove the dead fleas and unhatched eggs.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fleas carry pathogens and diseases that can be transmitted to your cat. 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