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11. Those small black specks sound like they could be flea dirt.

Sat Aug 24, 2024, 10:22 PM

Aug 2024

And perhaps your cat is allergic to fleas. https://www.pdsa.org.uk/pet-help-and-advice/pet-health-hub/conditions/flea-allergy-in-cats#:~:text=Flea%2Dallergic%20dermatitis%20(FAD),%2C%20tummy%2C%20and%20back%20legs.

If that's the case, please ask the vet to recommend a flea medicine. Some of the over-the-counter remedies are both ineffective and dangerous. I only use ones I get from my vet.

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What kind of pet is Patches? 33taw Aug 2024 #1

He is a 10-year-old kitty neutered. Walleye Aug 2024 #4

Ear mites? SheltieLover Aug 2024 #2

Thank you I have a Walgreens close by. I'll go check it out. Walleye Aug 2024 #3

Call the pharmacy? SheltieLover Aug 2024 #5

Thanks I'll let you know how it works out Walleye Aug 2024 #6

thx! SheltieLover Aug 2024 #7

Ear mites Figarosmom Aug 2024 #8

Walleye, your not giving us much info canetoad Aug 2024 #9

Those small black specks sound like they could be flea dirt. femmedem Aug 2024 #11