I never thought I’d argue with my cat about whether or not to give her a bath, but then I moved into a house with only two other roommates and about one billion fleas. Now, before you run away thinking that I have an infestation because you live in this house and your home is free of these nasty little parasites, let me tell you that the truth was slightly more complicated than that. Fleas are one of the most annoying and persistent pests. They can make your cat scratch itself incessantly and often bite humans sleeping on the same bed as the feline. These parasites are tough to get rid of, so we’re going to show you a couple of ways in which you can keep them away from you and your pet. Think fleas only suck the blood of cats and dogs? Think again! Fleas will give you a little treat before they bite, burying in your skin and feeding on your blood. If you like that sort of thing, oh sorry, I forgot…you don’t! So read on to learn how to prevent fleas on a cat without a bath or any other method that doesn’t include pesticides and other nasty chemicals. Many cat owners ask themselves how to get rid of fleas on a cat without a bath. The answer is not as simple as it might seem. A cat who hasn’t taken baths for years might still have a hard time completely getting rid of fleas on her or his skin and hair. This is because when a cat comes in touch with the cat flea’s saliva, an allergic reaction begins immediately.

How To Prevent Cat Fleas

Introduction

Whether you are trying to prevent cat fleas or cure your pet of an existing infestation, the first thing you will want to do is identify if your cat actually has fleas. If you can see fleas on your cat, then there is no question that they have fleas. However, it may be more difficult to identify smaller numbers of fleas (or even a single flea) in a cat’s fur. One way to help determine if your pet has fleas is by grooming them with a fine-toothed comb or brush and then looking for evidence of black specks on their fur, which could be either dirt or what are called “flea droppings.” Flea droppings look similar to ground pepper and will turn reddish if dampened with water. Another sign that your cat has fleas may be tiny scabs on their skin, which are a result of the bites from these pests

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Treat the cat.

• Combing

Fleas are tiny, but they can still be seen with the naked eye. You’ll need to get a flea comb and comb through your cat’s fur regularly. If you don’t have one already, you can find them at most pet stores or online for less than $10 (see Resources). When you find fleas on your cat’s skin, remove them with tweezers as soon as possible to prevent further infestation—but don’t worry if you miss one here or there!

• Spraying

Apply topical products like sprays and shampoos that kill adult fleas directly onto your cat’s coat when necessary; this helps prevent new infections from hatching in the future (see Resources). These products should only be used once per month unless otherwise directed by a veterinarian because overuse of pesticides can cause harm if applied too often. Be sure not to use any chemicals while pregnant or breastfeeding!

Treat the home.

• Wash your cat’s bedding and blankets. You can do this in a normal wash cycle or by hand in hot water with detergent. Dry them in the dryer on high heat to kill any eggs and fleas that may be present.
• Clean the litter box. Some people keep their cats’ litter boxes outside because they don’t want to deal with the smell of cat waste, but this is not recommended if you have a flea infestation. Clean it thoroughly at least once per week, since adult fleas will lay eggs there that could hatch into larvae at any time! Consider getting a nice new one if yours looks dirty or smells bad—they’re only $20 at Target!
• Wash your cat’s feeding dishes, grooming tools like combs/brushes/brushes etc., toys etc… You might even want to wash their beds too (it’s just an option).

Wash everything in hot water.

One of the best ways to prevent cat fleas is by washing everything that came in contact with your cat. This includes your hands, clothes, and bedding. If you don’t have time to do all of these things immediately, at least take a moment to wash your hands after handling the cat—you can always do more later!

If you have carpets and furniture that need cleaning as well (and it’s a good idea if they do), use hot water soiled items are washed thoroughly and dry everything thoroughly before putting them away again. You should also invest in a carpet steamer if possible—this can be used for both carpets and upholstered furniture at home or work.

The most important thing is to treat the cat

The most important thing is to treat the cat. Once you’ve done that, you can start addressing other issues in your home.

• Treat your pet with a flea product. Flea products are available at most pet stores and should be administered according to the directions on the label. In some cases, it’s best not to use flea collars because they don’t kill off all of the pests; instead, look for topical drops or sprays that will get into your cat’s fur and skin.
• Keep your cats separate from others or else wash them before letting them back into their own beds or furniture beds if you have more than one resident animal (like our dog). This may be awkward if there are other animals around but we think it’s worth trying if it means preventing any new infestations!
• Wash all bedding in hot water weekly during this process until no more signs of fleas are found—if they appear again after awhile then repeat this step again until everything looks clean again!

Conclusion

We hope you found these tips helpful in preventing or controlling cat fleas. By following these steps and doing your research, you can have a happy and healthy pet.