Can cats drive away parasites during lactation?

It is recommended not to give cats deworming medicine during their lactation period, as the drugs will be excreted through milk and later swallowed by the kittens. The kittens' bodies have very weak resistance, and swallowing residual drugs can cause diarrhea, indigestion, and even kidney failure. It is advised to wait until the cats finish nursing before conducting deworming procedures internally and externally.

Can cats remove ear mites during lactation?

Cats can remove ear mites during their lactation period. First, if ear mites are not treated in time, they may lead to brain inflammation or even death in cats. Second, when the owner uses ear mite medicine, they should check the instructions to see if it is marked as unsuitable for nursing animals. If not, the owner can administer the medicine to the cat or consult a veterinarian before using it.

Cat becomes lethargic after deworming

A cat becoming lethargic after deworming may be due to the following reasons: First, it is a normal adverse drug reaction after deworming, and the symptom usually disappears within a few hours. Second, the cat received an incorrect dosage of medicine, resulting in lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, foaming at the mouth, and convulsions等neurological symptoms after deworming. The owner should take the cat to the veterinarian for inspection and treatment promptly.

What to feed cats during lactation

Cats need to supplement high-protein, balanced nutrition during their lactation period. The owner can buy specialized cat food for nursing cats or make fish soup, chicken soup, chicken, beef, and other foods for the cat. Additionally, since calcium levels in the cat's body will decrease significantly during lactation, the owner should also supplement the cat with an appropriate amount of calcium.