Cats have fleas. Who knew?! Even though most loving cat owners do not want their precious kitties to be annoyed by fleas and ticks, it does occur sometimes. My poor little kitty had a terrible time with flea infestation, and I was looking for some effective home remedies to get rid of them. Fleas and ticks are parasites that feed on the blood of mammals. They can cause severe itching and anemia in their hosts, but they can also carry diseases that can be transmitted to you and your family. Here I will introduce home remedies for the control of fleas in cats that can help you to get rid of ticks and fleas naturally. Fleas are a pain for your feline friends. You need to make sure that your cat does not suffer from them. In order to know how to get rid of fleas in cats and kittens you have to know what fleas are and where they come from. This article is going to teach you all the information you need when it comes to fleas on cats and in the home. I’ve tested both home remedies and commercial flea control on my cats, and I’m going to tell you which ones are the best of each. I’ll also tell you what the key things you need to look for when buying a flea collar. Flea bites can be a huge annoyance for both you and your pet. Whether it’s the dog, cat or some other furry friend we all want to find a solution. Luckily there are several home-made ways of keeping the fleas away and treating the pets that have been bugged by the blood sucking parasites.

Cats And Fleas Home Remedies

Introduction

If you’re lucky enough to have a cat, then you know that furry felines are affectionate and cuddly. But what happens when your sweet kitty becomes the host of an unwelcome parasite? Fleas can turn even the most adorable furball into a fussy monster.

Warm water

• First, fill your bathtub with warm (not hot) water.
• Next, use a soft-bristled brush to scrub your cat’s coat and skin. Make sure to get in between the fur—this is where fleas tend to hide during their immature stages!
• When you’re done bathing them, dry them off thoroughly with a towel and then brush out any remaining dead fleas from their undercoat. If there are still fleas on your cat after this process has been completed for about two weeks, contact your veterinarian immediately because it could mean that there are still eggs present in their fur.

If you’d like to prevent getting bitten by these pesky parasites again in the future:

• While bathing your cats regularly using this method will help keep them clean and free from any unwanted pests for quite some time thereafter; if possible try not leaving any dishes near where flea infestations may occur (e..g., pets!).

Flea powder

Flea powder is a great alternative to flea collars. It’s easy to use and doesn’t have the disadvantages of other natural methods, like lavender oil or eucalyptus oil.

To use flea powder, simply sprinkle it on your cat’s fur after you’ve brushed her out. Brush the powder through her fur until she’s thoroughly coated with it. The best time for this is when your cat is shedding—in between seasons or during springtime when most cats shed their winter coats—so that all of the powder gets collected in her coat where the fleas can’t get away from it.

Use only one (1) teaspoon per 20 pounds of body weight every three (3) days until you no longer see any fleas on your pet! Afterward, just continue topping off their food dish with a pinch or two at each meal time until they’re fully grown adults and don’t need such frequent doses anymore

Mint

A natural flea repellent for cats and dogs is mint. The smell of mint acts as an effective deterrent, especially when you use it in pillows, blankets and bedding that can be placed around your pet’s bed. Mint oil can also be applied directly to pets’ fur to keep away annoying pests. Just make sure not to apply too much at once or else they will feel uncomfortable and scratch themselves a lot more than usual!

Lemon juice

• Lemons are a natural flea repellent.
• You can spray it onto your cat’s coat, especially in areas where there are fleas. Be sure not to get lemon juice on their eyes.
• A rinse after bathing is also an effective way of getting rid of fleas and ticks. If you have one, use a flea comb while they’re wet to ensure you’ve gotten them all off before drying them off with a towel or blow-dryer set on low heat/low setting (avoiding their delicate skin).
• Lemon juice can also be used as part of a spray to help eliminate fleas from bedding or other areas in the home where cats spend time sleeping and lounging around

Baking soda

• Mix baking soda and water to make a paste.
• Apply the paste to your cat’s fur, being careful not to get it in their eyes or mouth.
• Leave on for several minutes, then wash off thoroughly with warm water. Repeat as necessary if you see fleas after this treatment.

Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is a natural flea repellent. You can apply it to your cat’s fur, bedding, and toys. You can also spray it on the scratching post and collar.

If you are going to use apple cider vinegar as an insecticide, make sure that there is no furniture in the room where you sprayed apple cider vinegar. The smell of apple cider vinegar may linger for several hours after spraying it on surfaces or fabrics.

Citrus fruits

You can also use dried citrus peels. Citrus fruits include lemons, oranges, limes and grapefruits. For example:

• Lemon peels
• Orange peels
• Lime peels
• Grapefruit peels

And so on!

Lemon Grass

Lemon grass has been used for centuries as a natural flea repellent and can be used in similar ways to tea tree oil. Simply crush some lemon grass leaves, place them in the bottom of the bathtub and encourage your cat to sit in it for about 10 minutes before shampooing him with a flea shampoo. Lemon Grass is also good at repelling cockroaches and other unwanted insects from entering your home.

Cedar wood oil

Cedar wood oil is an all-natural flea repellent, pesticide, and deterrent. It can be used on both cats and dogs. Cedar oil is also a natural flea killer that will kill any fleas on your pet’s fur.

There are many ways to use cedar wood oil around your home to repel fleas from entering it in the first place. You can use cedar chips or shavings in their litter box to keep them off of them when they go to the bathroom, or sprinkle some directly on their bedding so that it absorbs into their coat when they sleep at night (this method only works for indoor cats). You can also spray some diluted cedar oil onto carpeting in areas where pets hang out often like living rooms or bedrooms (if you choose this option make sure not to overdo it since too much could ruin your rugs).

New and effective ways to remove fleas from your cat

Cats and dogs are very susceptible to fleas. Fleas can cause skin irritation and infections, which leads to scratching, hair loss and a host of other problems.

Fleas can transmit tapeworms. They can also spread diseases like typhus fever in humans and even plague among rats if they get into the population.

Fleas can cause anemia in your cat or dog by sucking blood from them regularly. This will make them tired, weak, lethargic and possibly even cause seizures if left untreated for too long period of time!

Conclusion

Cats and fleas are one of the most common complaints veterinarians hear from pet owners. A vet can help you find a solution that works for both your cat and you. They will also discuss with you what’s best for your specific situation, as some remedies may be more effective than others depending on how much time it takes to work (if at all). You might want to try one or two things before bringing in another professional though so as not to waste anyone’s time!