The Best Way to Give a Cat Grape Seed Extract

Administering medicine and supplements to a cat can be tricky. There are several options for administering grape seed extract to a cat. Grape seed extract contains antioxidants that can help with the fight for many issues. When giving a cat grape seed extract for respiratory problems, inflammation, allergies, ear infections, herpes or skin problems, consider the following methods. Any grape seed extract product that is used should be pet safe, so consult a veterinarian with any questions.

  1. Tablet

    • Grape seed extract can be purchased in pill or tablet form from a veterinarian or some pet supply stores. These can be administered directly by mouth or they can be mixed in with food and consumed by the cat that way. Some cats are not comfortable taking medication by mouth, requiring that the grape seed extract be administered in some other form.

    Liquid

    • By nature, grape seed extract is a liquid, and so it can also be administered in this form to a cat. It is important to check with a veterinarian to ensure that the right dosage is being administered. Liquid grape seed extract can be given to a cat by mixing it in the cat's water, administering it on a spoon, or injecting it into the mouth with a standard needle-less syringe.

    Pill Pockets

    • Use pill pockets for cats that are having difficulty consuming the antioxidant in tablet or pill form. Pill pockets are meat flavored sleeves that the tablet or pill can be inserted into, hiding it from the cat. The cat will be attracted to the smell and taste of the pill pocket, and should have an easier time of taking the pill without realizing it.

    Follow with a Treat

    • Follow up the medication administration process with a treat. This will help to encourage the cat to take medicine when necessary without as much of an arduous process. This can also encourage swallowing when the cat is holding liquid or pill medication in its mouth without wanting to swallow it. Offer kitty's favorite treat and the process will go a lot smoother.