Can Fleas Make Your Cat Act Weird?

While you may be worried that your cat is acting weird after flea treatment, this is not necessarily the case. In some cases, your cat may be simply being stressed out and is just being a cat. It could also be due to a reaction to the active ingredients in flea treatments.

Fleas are common in cats and will cause a range of behaviors. Your cat may become agitated or hyperactive and have a hard time sleeping. It may also choose to sleep on hard surfaces instead of a soft surface. If you find your cat is acting this way, you should take them to the vet.

While flea treatments are generally safe, it is important to use a vet-approved flea treatment for your cat. Using off-the-shelf products is not recommended because they will not work as well as a prescription treatment. Also, because cats can develop immunity to these treatments, you should only use a product that is prescribed by your veterinarian.

Fleas bite your cat’s skin, which can cause an allergic reaction. Some cats may only be mildly affected, but other cats may develop an allergic reaction. A severe reaction can cause the skin to become red and even scab-like. It’s important to see a veterinarian to stop the inflammation from becoming an infection.