My kittens Hallow and Hex are about 7 weeks now, I posted about them when I first got them as they had been very neglected and mistreated, were much younger than advertised etc. I'm happy to report that they are blossoming, gaining weight nicely and so much more cheeky, confident and energetic!
We took them to the vet a couple of weeks ago (who was very angry at the way they had been treated) and she said that they had worms but not fleas. They're due to have the usual regular flea and worming treatments as part of our insurance plan along with vaccinations, microchipping and neutering.
They're very fluffy so need bathing and grooming regularly. I've noticed that both of them have crusty stuff deep in their fur, next to the skin - it's black and crumbly and a quick Google tells me it's flea dirt
None of us have seen a flea, no bites, and the kittens aren't scratching, but I'm still worried we may be brewing an infestation. We had one about 15 years ago with another set of kittens, the fleas got into the carpets and we got eaten alive, it was horrific.
Any advice? Back to the vet?
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Flea dirt but no fleas on little kittens?
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Greensleeves · 24/06/2019 23:44
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