Where Are Fleas on Cats?
WouterIf you’re worried that your cat may have fleas, it’s time to consider the best ways to treat your cat. First, make sure your cat stays indoors. If your cat spends time outdoors, it’s more likely that he’ll pick up fleas from the grass and other animals in the yard. Keeping your cat inside will help keep fleas at bay, but you must make sure to vacuum often, wash bedding regularly, and prevent the fleas from returning.
Fleas live in cats’ fur, and if you notice your cat scratching, you may have a flea infestation. While it may be hard to find fleas in your cat’s fur, you can easily check for their presence by combing the fur on the shoulder blades and at the base of the tail. Look for small, black or red specks. These are blood-fecal pellets from adult fleas.
Fleas are visible to the naked eye, but you can also see them with a fine-tooth comb. The most obvious sign of a flea infestation is scratching. Fleas are usually found on a cat’s tail, back, and belly. You can also look for flea eggs in your cat’s fur by using a fine-tooth comb. Flea feces will also be visible on your cat’s fur, as well as the bedding in which it sleeps.
Flea bites can cause skin itchiness and even dermatitis, which is an allergic reaction to flea saliva. Some cats will exhibit a mild reaction, while others will develop an extreme allergic reaction. The affected area will appear red and scab-like. Visiting your veterinarian will help to minimize the inflammation and prevent infection.
