How to Check Your Cat for Fleas (it's super easy!) - Cat Health Vet Advice

If your cat is scratching, licking themselves bald, or has developed lots of little scabs on their skin then you really need to know how to check your cat for fleas. Fleas are an incredibly common cause of itching in cats, and it’s not always as obvious as you might think to know if your cat has fleas or not! The first step is to part your cat's fur and look for fleas as you run your finger towards their head. You should also look for black specs as evidence that your cat has fleas. Next, use a flea comb and check for adults each time you brush your cat. If you brush out black specs, wipe them on a damp piece of tissue paper. If they leave a rusty red smear then this is flea dirt and your cat definitely has fleas. Find out how to kill fleas and eradicate an infestation here:    • How to Kill Fleas on a Dog (the 3 steps to...   Get your question answered at http://dralexanswers.com Check out all my free downloads and resources: https://ourpetshealth.com/resources Subscribe to the channel: https://goo.gl/CRZKwq Social: Twitter:   / ourpetshealth   Facebook:   / ourpetshealthtv   Instagram:   / ourpetshealth   Disclaimers: all opinions are my own, sponsors are acknowledged. Links in description are typically affiliate links that let you help support the channel at no extra cost. We are a participant in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon and affiliated sites. Music from Jukedeck - create your own at http://jukedeck.com The information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute specific vet advice for any individual cat, dog or other animal of any species. for more information head over to OurPetsHealth.com