To prevent tapeworms, it is essential to prevent fleas as well. This can be done by ensuring that your cat is on a monthly flea preventative treatment.

Unfortunately, yes, indoor cats can also get intestinal parasites because we could inadvertently bring the parasite eggs in on our shoes.

Cats can acquire parasites when they clean their feet after using the litter box or going outside. The parasites could possibly get picked up during this process.

Yes, all intestinal parasites can be prevented.

If your cat gets worms, they may experience vomiting, diarrhea, lack of appetite, and a dull hair coat. In severe cases, it can lead to death.

Yes, I strongly recommend deworming. Cats are always in and out of a litter box, so their paws are never fully clean, making it easy for them to pick up parasites.

Typically, there are no noticeable effects. The medication will kill any parasites present. In some cases, you may notice a small amount of diarrhea, but most often there will be no obvious changes.

We usually recommend monthly deworming, alongside their heartworm preventative.

Yes, you can deworm your cat at home. However, we recommend using the medications that we prescribe.