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The Jeffos - 28 Apr 2005 16:25 GMT

One of our four furries is having problems with cat fleas. He reacts badly
to such things as Frontline and programme and sprays. We comb him daily with
an "electric" comb and a "flea"comb and he also wears a 12 month type flea
collar but the damned little fleas still make a bee line for him. Our other
three are not affected in any way as they are able to take the Frontline
back of the neck programme. Don't want to put him on steroids as vet
suggested so am wondering if anyone out there has had a similar problem and
has found a "natural" way to overcome it He is 7kg in weight so is a very
big cat to handle although a gentle soul . He and we would be most grateful
for any help or suggestions

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-L. - 28 Apr 2005 17:56 GMT

> One of our four furries is having problems with cat fleas. He reacts badly
> to such things as Frontline and programme and sprays. We comb him daily with
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> patjeffo

Have you tried Revolution or Advantage? They all have different
carriers, so if he reacts poorly to Frontline he may be able to
tolerate Advantage.

-L.

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PawsForThought - 28 Apr 2005 18:05 GMT

> One of our four furries is having problems with cat fleas. He reacts badly
> to such things as Frontline and programme and sprays.

You could try this site for some ideas:
http://www.4fleas.com/fleacontroldonot.htm

Also, there is something called diatomaceous earth which is supposed to
work very well, and contains no chemicals to cause problems. Just make
absolutely sure you get the food grade, and not the pool grade. Here's
some info on it:
http://www.commonsensecare.com/diatomaceous-earth.html

Lauren

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Philip - 28 Apr 2005 18:58 GMT

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> Also, there is something called diatomaceous earth which is supposed to
> work very well, and contains no chemicals to cause problems. Just make
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> Lauren

When I was working, I hauled a trailerload of diatomaceaous earth from
Burney, CA from a mine / processing plant. The stuff is reeeeeally fine
powerdered dirt ... or more correctly silicon and everyone in the plant had
to wear special dust masks. I would too when applyint it to an pet's fur.
The stuff is also used to pack between steel walls of safes to insulate the
contents in case of fire. Has many other uses.

"*Insect* *Dust* Diatomaceous earth is a mechanical insect killer. Insects
cannot become immune to its action. When insects come into contact with
diatomaceous earth, the sharp edges lacerate the bugs' waxy exoskeleton and
then the powdery DE absorbs their body fluids causing death from
dehydration. DE kills insects by drying them up. Insect Dust stops bugs
fast. Diatomaceous earth replaces Diazinon and other harsh chemicals.
Intended for application with a hand duster, diatomaceous earth is so safe
it may be rubbed right into your dog or cat's fur."

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The Jeffos - 29 Apr 2005 11:27 GMT

Thank you so much, Will try to locate where I could purchase the "earth"
and keep my fingers crossed that it will help him. Will let you know when
and if
Once agin many thanks

> One of our four furries is having problems with cat fleas. He reacts
> badly
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> grateful
> for any help or suggestions

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