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How long is the interval between internal and external drives in cats?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Benjamin Miller
The interval between internal drive and external drive in cats is 3 to 5 days. The specific time needs to be determined according to the age of the cat. Because cats of different ages have different body resistance to disease and require different drug dosages, so the interval is also different. Are not the same. Cats need to undergo internal and external deworming on a regular basis. Through deworming, parasites on the intestinal tract and skin surface can be removed, reducing the chance of illness. This needs to be done at intervals of 1 to 3 months, which can effectively prevent infection. It is good for the normal development of the body. If there is an abnormal reaction in the body after deworming, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a doctor for treatment in time.

1. Why do cats need to have an interval of 3 to 5 days between internal drive and external drive?

Under normal circumstances, internal drive and external drive cannot be carried out at the same time, and a certain period of time is required. If it is an adult cat, the body's disease resistance is stronger and its metabolism is faster, which is conducive to the rapid absorption of the drug by the body. Generally, an interval of 3 days is required; if it is an immature cat, the body's disease resistance is weak and its metabolism is The speed is relatively slow, and the time for the drug to be absorbed by the body will be extended, which takes about 5 days.

2. Benefits of internal anesthesia in cats

Cat internal anesthesia is mainly treated with internal deworming drugs specially designed for pets. Through deworming, parasites in the intestines, such as roundworms, can be removed. , hookworm, etc., it reduces the risk of gastrointestinal diseases, is conducive to normal eating, promotes the absorption of a large number of nutrients in the body, and improves one's own disease resistance.

3. Benefits of external expelling for cats

Cats often like to play in the grass, which can easily lead to a large number of parasites on the skin surface, such as fleas, lice, etc. You need to follow the doctor’s advice when using external expelling agents. Deworming drug treatment can remove surface parasites and reduce damage to the skin.

4. Daily care for cats after deworming

After deworming the cat, you need to pay attention to your eating habits, eat small meals frequently, and do not overeat, otherwise it will affect the absorption of the medicine. Do not take a bath within a short period of time after external deworming, because it takes a certain amount of time for the drug to be absorbed by the body. Bathing the cat too early will affect the effect of the drug and increase the chance of being infected with parasites.