Cat Flea & Tick

Fleas are the most common external parasite for cats, so it’s important to help prevent them, or if it’s too late- treat them as soon as possible! Here at Pets & Friends we stock a wide range of cat flea tablets, cat flea sprays and spot-on treatments to help you combat those pesky cat parasites.

Ticks can also be problematic for cats, particularly outdoor cats as they can be found mainly in grassy areas. Always having tick remover for cats on hand can help remove them as soon as possible and help avoid any further infections or diseases.  Shop the range of flea and tick treatments online today.

How could my cat get fleas?

Fleas can spread very easily, particularly for outdoor cats. Whether they encounter another cat who may already have fleas, catches the odd rodent who carries them, or they contract them from your home- prevention is the key if your cat is regularly out and about!

How do I know if my cat has fleas?

Flea symptoms can be easy to spot and treat as quickly as possible. You may see your cat scratching or grooming themselves more often, or they can have signs of flea bites on their skin. Another sign is flecks of dirt on your cat’s coat- which can be flea droppings.

How do I treat my cat for fleas?

We offer a wide range of cat flea treatments, which also help prevent tick infections. You can view our roundup of the best flea treatments for cats over on the blog, which includes a list of tablets, spot-ons, sprays and more.

What are cat ticks?

Cat ticks look a lot like small spiders and are common in long grass areas. If your cat is an outdoor cat, they can be picked up in more rural areas where wildlife may roam. They can’t jump like fleas but can drop or climb onto your cat’s coat if they are close by.

How do I know if my cat has a tick?

Finding ticks is easy, they are big enough to spot on your cat- and tend to attach themselves near their head, ears, neck, or feet. You can also check for cat ticks by running your hand along your cat’s body whenever they come home from exploring.

How do I remove ticks?

Investing in a good quality tick remove like the long paws tick pick can help whip them off your cat’s coat safely in no time.

Some of our cat flea and tick treatments are available as part of our Repeat & Save offer too, so you can protect your cat year-round for less, and have them delivered to your door when you need them!