How often should kittens be dewormed?

Kittens as young as 7 weeks old can be dewormed. After 7 weeks, kittens are preparing to wean and enter the kitten stage, which is when they are in the weaning period. At this point, the kittens are able to regulate their body temperature and their immune system has strengthened, so they can begin using deworming medication. Generally, kittens under the age of 6 months need to be dewormed externally and internally once a month. After 6 months, the internal deworming can be changed to every 3 months.

Do kittens need to be dewormed?

Yes, kittens should be dewormed. After 20 days after birth, the first deworming can be done to prevent parasites infected during the fetal period. Before half a year, deworming should be done every 2 to 4 weeks; after half a year, deworming should be done every quarter. If conditions permit, it is best to take the kitten to a pet hospital for inspection before deworming to determine if there are any parasites and what type of parasites they are, in order to choose an effective deworming drug.

What are the symptoms of kitten skin diseases?

Common kitten skin diseases include:

Bacterial infections, caused by excessive bacterial reproduction in damp environments or after bathing when the hair is not completely dried.
Fungal infections, such as ringworm and Malassezia, which cause itching, hair loss, and can spread to the entire body if not controlled.
Autoimmune diseases, which manifest as extensive local hair loss, without itching or redness.

How to deworm kittens?

Internal and external deworming of kittens can start as early as after weaning. Of course, the methods for internal and external deworming are different and the deworming cycle also varies. For internal deworming in kittens, one tablet per month until the kitten is 6 months old, then oral administration every 3 months. External deworming of kittens generally occurs once a month, simply drop the deworming medication into the kitten's skin behind the neck and other areas.