Mary Allen
However, there are still a few things you can do if you want to prevent mite infestations. Possible measures relate to hygiene in the house, grooming your pet, and special preparations for prevention.
Veterinarian Preparations & Hygiene
On the one hand, frequent vacuuming and washing help. Keep your home as clean as possible to make it as difficult as possible for the small parasites to move in because some of their species feel very comfortable not only in the fur of your pets but also in textiles.
You have another preventive option in special spot-on preparations or powders that are used at certain intervals and make the stay in the cat fur uncomfortable for the arachnids. Special collars that keep parasites away from your pet are also possible, but they should definitely have a special safety lock. Otherwise, there is a high risk that your pet will get caught and seriously injured.
Coat Care & Action After a Mite Infestation
Check your pet’s fur regularly to notice any abnormalities in good time. Dull, shaggy fur, crusted or bald patches, and black crumbs that turn red on contact with water can indicate mites. Does your cat scratch frequently, especially around the ears? Even then you should go to the vet to get the problem under control as quickly as possible.
If the animal has already had a mite infestation and has been treated by the vet, you can prevent a new infestation by treating other animals living in your household with an anti-mite preparation, vacuuming well, wiping, and perhaps the floor with a steam cleaner clean. Wash textiles and possibly treat the apartment with a special environmental spray from the veterinarian.