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Fleas on cats
Fleas live on cats, dogs and in your home. They are much more common in the summer months (April - September).
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Fleas on dogs
Fleas are tiny insects that live on dogs, cats and in your home. They are much more common in the summer months (April - September).
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Fleas, mites and lice in rabbits
Have you noticed your rabbit scratching? losing fur? developing dandruff? It’s possible they could have a skin parasite (fleas, mites or lice).
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Preventing fleas in dogs, cats and rabbits - PDSA
How to prevent fleas in dogs, cats and rabbits including links to our species-specific pages for tailored advice for your pet. Written by PDSA vets.
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Flea Allergic Dermatitis in cats
Fleas are an everyday hazard of owning pets, regular flea treatment is essential to keep our pets (and homes) flea-free.
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Cat parasites – fleas, ticks, mites and worms
The most common cat parasites include fleas, ticks, mites and worms. Find out more about how to treat and prevent these parasites here. Written by PDSA vets.
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Skin problems in cats
Read our veterinary guide to some of the most common skin conditions in cats, such as fleas, allergies and skin infections.
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Urine Scald, Dirty Bottoms and How to Clean a Rabbit
Having a dirty bottom and/or urine scald can lead to serious problems in rabbits, such as skin infections and fly strike.
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Hair loss (alopecia) in cats
Alopecia develops in one of two ways, your cat pulls their own hair out or the hair drops out. Common causes of hair loss in cats include fleas, stress and allergies.
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Permethrin toxicity in cats
Permethrin is a chemical used to treat fleas. It’s safe to use on dogs but is extremely poisonous for cats. Common symptoms of permethrin poisoning include drooling, acting strangely, twitching and fitting.
