Which anthelmintic for cats to choose? Everyone who has acquired a kitten faces this problem. Alas, in most forums and in many veterinary hospitals the answer to this question is given standard: "Buy" Drontal ". This drug is really popular. Perhaps that is why fakes so often began to appear that at best do not show themselves, at worst - the animal has to be treated for poisoning. Drontal is an excellent anthelmintic for cats, and with a wide spectrum of action, which is very convenient. However, it can only be purchased in clinics, from veterinarians. This rule applies to all drugs (vitamins, immunostimulants, anthelmintics, shampoos, etc.).
All anthelmintic can be divided into "ours" (local production, cheaper) and "not ours" (imported, more expensive). However, not always a lower price indicates dubious quality.
On one of the veterinary sites, a survey of cat owners was conducted to determine the popularity rating of the used anthelmintic. The survey results look like this:
- Drontal (tablets).
- "Profender" (drops, external use).
- “Caniquantel-plus” (tablets).
- "Prazicide" (suspension).
- Cestal Cat (tablets).
- Prazitel (suspension, suitable for kittens).
- "Stronghold" (drops, external use).
- Troncil-K (tablets).
- "Pyrantel" (suspension, dose -1.2 ml per kg).
- "Febtal" (suspension).
All of these drugs belong to anthelmintic with a wide spectrum of action, but differ in application. Suspension is considered more convenient, and drops in one fell swoop kill several birds with one stone: they will also get rid of helminths, and fleas will be etched, and even for a couple of weeks they will protect against reinfestation. Anthelmintic tablets for cats are more convenient in dosing. A dozen of these funds are worthy of attention, the choice is yours.
Now about how to give a cat an anthelmintic. To begin with, the drug must be normalized strictly according to the weight of the animal. Not every anthelmintic is suitable for cats: it is necessary to take into account both the age of the pet and its condition (it is contraindicated in sick animals).
Preparations in the form of drops (in a pipette usually contains one dose) are applied strictly to the withers, gently lifting the coat. It is very important that the product gets on the skin. The drug begins to act after absorption, so only the correct application can guarantee the result.
In order to “feed” the cat with pills, skill is needed - the animal often behaves inappropriately: it turns its head, clenches its teeth tightly, breaks loose and can even bite or float its reverent claws.
Some veterinarians advise crushing anthelmintic and, adding to the meat, give the animal in the form of a meat treat. Well, if this option really passes. And if your beauty refuses to poison worms voluntarily?
Perhaps it is worth immediately accustom the pet to the correct intake of drugs in the form of tablets.
By the way, often the anthelmintic for cats has a rather unpleasant taste and a very pungent smell, so once an animal circled around a finger for a second trick will not buy.
It’s better, of course, to use a piller, also called a “tablet driver,” and if you could not find such a device, you can give an anthelmintic without it.
So, take the pill with one hand, with the other, open the jaws of the animal, pressing on both sides of the jaws and tilt its head back.
Put the pill as deep as possible (not on the tongue, otherwise vomiting may occur, provoked by the bitterness of the drug). Then quickly remove your fingers from the jaws and close the cat's teeth, but do not let her lower her head. Stroke her throat until you see a swallowing movement.
Now you can let go of your beauty, stroke and give her a piece of goodies (very small). If your actions are always neat, without causing pain, the cat will take the medication over time as a ritual, and therefore the next time it will not be particularly resistant.
Giving your pet a suspension is more convenient. The procedure takes only five seconds: raise the animal’s head as much as possible, pull the cheek a little, and pour the medicine into the “dimple” that forms. Wait for swallowing movements (they usually follow immediately). For the procedure, use either a syringe (without a needle) or a special pipette.
Tip: if the cat is scratched, you can swaddle it with a thick towel, leaving only the head outside.