Can flea treatment kill kittens?
Kittens are especially delicate, and some flea treatments are not safe. Follow the advice of your vet. Also, never use medication designed for dogs or adult cats — these could be deadly to a kitten.
Is it safe to use flea treatment on 2 month old kittens?
Do not use flea products on newborn kittens; it's not safe as they are too young. If you see fleas on the kittens, you can bathe them using Dawn dishwashing liquid and use a small flea comb as needed to get the fleas off. Avoid antibacterial soaps.
Can 8 week old kittens have flea treatment?
At what age should kittens have flea treatment? Young kittens can be very delicate, so most flea treatments can only be given to a kitten aged 8 weeks or more. However, some flea treatments are only suitable for kittens aged at least 12 weeks.
How do I get rid of fleas on a 4 week old kitten?
Fill a bowl with grain alcohol such as vodka. Place the kitten on a warm, soft towel and use a flea comb to find any remaining fleas on its coat. To help the fleas stick to the comb, coat it with a natural, vegetable oil as needed. If you find a flea on the comb, dip the comb into the bowl of alcohol to kill the flea.