The skin is the biggest organ in the body. No wonder, it is commonly affected by various issues, from minor abrasions to itching to hotspots to sunstroke to parasites to cancer. Indeed, the list is long and seemingly endless. Knowing what you’re dealing with can go a long way in nipping specific issues in the bud before they can become serious and complicated. One of the common problems affecting the skin is parasitism. Cats can be infested with fleas, ticks, mites, and lice. Fleas is the top cause of skin problems in cats. They feed on the blood of their hosts and cause intense itching, especially in cats that are allergic to flea saliva (the condition is referred to as flea allergy dermatitis or FAD). Hypersensitive cats can suffer from distress as they can hardly get decent sleep from itching all over. Without prompt and appropriate intervention, this can lead to all sorts of complications, such as raw skin, crusting and scabbing, over-grooming, and hair loss. There is also a possibility of secondary skin infections. However, there are cats that are not allergic to flea saliva and don’t show any signs of itching or scratching at all. Even then, flea prevention is very important because these pesky parasites can also transmit tapeworms and a variety of other health issues. Ask your vet Bucks County, PA for an anti-flea product that is safe and effective for your pet or click here for more information
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