How to Treat Fleas on a New Mother Cat

Fleas can be a nuisance when they are on your pet. A new mother cat with fleas can be a difficult challenge. Mother cats have to be treated for fleas carefully so as to not endanger her kittens. There are several ways to safely treat a mother cat and her kittens. Mother cats should be treated for fleas so they do not infest the kittens. Fleas can cause anemia in kittens and can make them ill. The mother cat and kittens should be treated for fleas at the first sign of them.

Things You'll Need

  • Flea comb
  • Container
  • Soap
  • Frontline
  • Washing machine
  • Vacuum
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Instructions

    • 1

      Use a flea comb to comb the mother cat and the kittens to remove the fleas. Place the removed fleas in a container of soapy water to kill them.

    • 2

      Apply Frontline to the mother cat. Frontline is a topical flea preventative that is safe to use on pregnant and nursing cats.

    • 3

      Wash the bedding the cat or kittens use to kill the fleas.

    • 4

      Vacuum the house to remove fleas from the carpet. Vacuum upholstery as well.