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Do overthecounter Dewormers really work?
i have heard and read over-the-counter De-wormers for cats do not really work?
i have heard and read over-the-counter De-wormers for cats do not really work?
i was actually thinking of posting,also the directions on dewormers are actually quite poor.Originally Posted by hissy
NO- they generally do not work, and can also get your cat sick. De wormers are based on body weight of your cat and what types of worms the cat has. A vet is your safest choice-
so the OTC dewormer is a complete waste?Originally Posted by Jen
for one they use a better brand of dewormer. we use a pill called drontal or drontal plus. you cannot buy that in any old pet store. it is only from a vet.
I wont say a complete waste because ive never used it, but i rather go to my vet. I just got my kittens dewormed yesterday by the vet, who administered a pill to both kittens based on their weight and type of worm problem. I always think its best to consult your vet first before trying OTC products on your pets.Originally Posted by empirefalls
so the OTC dewormer is a complete waste?
a cat visit now costs $45 a visit,i have 3 cats. i really cant afford to bring my cats to the vet for every health reason. from what i perceive,treatment of worms is not that difficult and something effective should be offered oTCOriginally Posted by Alisa
I wont say a complete waste because ive never used it, but i rather go to my vet. I just got my kittens dewormed yesterday by the vet, who administered a pill to both kittens based on their weight and type of worm problem. I always think its best to consult your vet first before trying OTC products on your pets.