What you need to know about giving your cat pills

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

When an animal appears in your house, it is better, of course, to think only about the good, but… But in the life of any creature there comes a moment when you cannot do without medical treatment. That is, together with the pet, you should have knowledge about medicines and vaccinations, about methods and methods. We are by no means forcing you to go to veterinary school before bringing a kitten home, but you must know how to give a cat emergency and ordinary pills.

Let's start in order. The first thing you must do is vaccinate the animal. This will save his life and, of course, save you from trouble. It is desirable to vaccinate an animal in specialized clinics after examination by a veterinarian. Banal physical examination and vaccination should not be ignored. Cats are usually vaccinated once a year. Before any vaccination, the animal must be given an anthelmintic (at least ten days in advance). This is where you need the knowledge ofhow to give a cat pills. It is worth mentioning that anthelmintics must be given at least four times a year, even if your animal never leaves the apartment and you do not plan to vaccinate. Recall that some parasites are very dangerous for humans.

And now about the main thing, what needs to be done to make the cat eat the pill? For starters, let her try it. It may happen that she will eat the drug without your intervention. The fact is that some manufacturers specifically mix in flavor enhancers that can negate the problem associated with how to give the cat pills. If the animal refuses to take the medicine on its own, then the easiest way is to take the cat by the muzzle from above, after putting it firmly on its paws, and tilt its head deep behind its back (only without fanaticism, of course). In this case, the cat's mouth should swing open (if not, then you need to press on the corners of the mouth, thus opening it), you will have to put the drug deep into the throat. Next, you need to slightly loosen the grip, but do not let go of the cat so that it does not have the opportunity to spit out the pill. Stroke her throat to induce swallowing. Make sure your cat has taken the pill. By the way, liquid medicines are administered according to the same principle. It is advisable to do this from a syringe without a needle, slowly pouring the liquid into the throat, giving her the opportunity to swallow in portions and not choke.

If you don't know how to give your cat pills or are afraid you won'tcope with this procedure, then you only have one thing to do: grind the drug into small crumbs and mix it into your favorite treat or drinking water (be sure to make sure that the animal has taken the pill). As a last resort, you can enlist the help of more experienced friends or veterinarians.

And now about what pills to give the cat. For example, Milbemax and Drontal have proven themselves well for worms. Laxative for cats is most often used human - "Duphalac". Human preparations are also suitable for temperature, but they must be given very carefully, clearly understanding that you can harm the animal due to inexperience. Therefore, do not ignore the advice of specialists.