Topical Flea Treatment for Kittens

A common complaint about finding flea treatments for kittens is not knowing which ones are safe. One option is to consult a veterinarian about which treatments are safe; however, there are numerous over-the-counter medications that are safe to buy for kittens.

  1. Advantage

    • Advantage Once-a-Month Flea Treatment is safe for both kittens and grown cats. Not only is this brand quick, working within 12 hours, but it kills over 98% of any infestation in this short amount of time.

    Zodiac

    • Zodiac Spot On Plus Flea Control is commonly used for kittens. This brand offers a unique applicator that makes applying it easy, which is a common difficulty when applying medications to kittens.

    Hartz

    • Hartz UltraGuard Pro Flea &Tick Drop is commonly found in veterinarians' offices. This formula attacks a variety of harmful pests, including fleas, ticks, mosquitoes and the larvae that often accompany them.

    Revolution

    • Revolution for Cats is a once-per-month application. It includes selamectin, a common ingredient that helps to not only protect from fleas and ticks, but from heartworm and mites as well. This should not be used on kittens under six weeks of age.

    Bio Spot

    • Bio Spot Spot On Treatment is for kittens and cats over 12 weeks old. It is an easy-to-use treatment that helps to repel fleas, ticks and mosquitoes, and comes with an easy-to-use applicator.

    Warnings

    • Always read the directions very carefully, as flea and tick medications change rapidly. Another option is to consult your veterinarian about recommended brands.