How to get rid of fleas with the best flea treatment for cats

If you're familiar with the process of getting rid of fleas then you've probably used a spot-on treatment at some point. This FRONTLINE Spot On Flea and Tick Treatment for Cats is top-rated and is proven to do the job with over 55,500 reviews on Amazon.

You simply squeeze the pipette onto your kitty's skin at the back of their neck and the treatment will then spread through the rest of their coat and work its magic on getting rid of fleas. As you need to administer the treatment once a month to keep the protection up, each pack provides you and your kitty with three months of treatment against fleas, ticks and lice. You do need to remember to apply them monthly to keep up with the protection though.

As a top-rated product, there are thousands of five-star reviews that rate how easy it is to apply and how good value it is as it contains three treatments. Some reviewers have mentioned their cats still scratched at their skin even after being treated but that may mean that you need to find something to soothe their sore skin from bites they already had before treating them.

If you're forgetful and want to make sure your kitty is getting the most out of their flea treatment, you can even get flea treatment subscription services. Itch is known for being one of the top brands that will send an Itch Flea Spot-On Treatment to your house every month to continue keeping fleas away.

Not only made for killing fleas, but this spot-on formula uses its active ingredients, fipronil and (s)-methoprene to also kill lice, flea larvae and eggs so you can get rid of everything with just one type of treatment.

Customers love the convenience of this treatment as it's delivered straight to their door every month ahead of when their kitty needs their next treatment, which takes the hard work out of remembering when you last treated your moggy. They also found it to be very effective at getting rid of the pests lurking in their cat's fur. Some customers' cats were still itching after using the treatment but this could be due to them needing some relief from sore bites that occurred before treatment.

Flea collars are an easy and efficient way to ensure that those fleas keep well away from your kitty. Some can be chunky and plastic but this Velvet Beaphar Cat Flea Collar looks like any regular collar so it makes for a perfect fit for your pet.

It releases flea-repelling insecticide, permethrin, that naturally kills off any fleas. It also offers up to four months of protection at one time so if you're prone to forgetting to treat your kitty regularly with spot-on or other flea treats (we're all guilty of this as pet owners) then this flea collar means your moggy is protected for longer without any intervention from you. As it comes in a pack of two, this means you've got a total of eight months of protection, all you need to do is swap the collars over once the first one is finished.

Customers appreciated how soft this collar is so their feline friends didn't pay much attention to having it on and they also loved how easy it is to use as once they fitted it to their moggy, the treatment gets to work. This collar comes in a variety of colours but you don't get to choose which ones you get so if not having the colour choice is something that bothers you, this may not be the right treatment for you.

Sometimes cats can be irritated by collars and spot-on treatments so another option is to invest in some tablets that you can crush into your cat's food. With Johnsons 4Fleas Tablets for Cats and Kittens, you should see the fleas start to fall off your cat in no time.

Buying this six-treatment pack offers value for money means you can keep up with regular treatments and gives you plenty of time to restock before needing to administer another treatment if you're close to running out. As it's an oral treatment, it doesn't leave behind any residue on your cat's coat or around the home like spot treatments can so it can get to work on killing fleas within 24 hours of it being ingested.

As any pet owner knows, it's easier said than done trying to get our furry friends to eat anything that's not a tasty treat so you may have trouble getting your moggy to take the tablet unless you mix it in with their food. These tablets are also designed to be used on cats up to 11kg so if your cat is heavier than this, they may not be as effective as the dosage is just right for smaller cats. Customers felt the tablets were a good size to get their cats to swallow and thought they worked really well to get rid of the fleas on their kitty.

Cats aren't the biggest fans of bathing so this may be a better option as a last resort or if your kitty is a calmer cat. All you need to do is wash your cat with this Cooper and Gracie shampoo and you should see an improvement in any flea irritation.

The shampoo is made with all-natural ingredients, such as avocado and chamomile. If your kitty has allergies or sensitivities to certain ingredients that are usually found in flea treatments, this is a good option to save their skin from getting sore and should soothe itchy skin caused by flea bites.

If you do manage to get your kitty in the bath to use this shampoo on them, you should find that it’s great for easing skin irritation caused by fleas and it leaves your cat’s coat in a lovely soft condition, according to reviewers on Amazon. Some reviewers have questioned the overall value but judging by the many positive reviews raving about how much this has helped with their cat’s sore skin, it’s worth it in the long run.

Another spot-on contender is this Bob Martin Clear Spot On Flea Treatment for Cats. This treatment kills fleas and ticks within 48 hours, making for a quick treatment.

The active ingredient is fipronil, which not only gets rid of any pests already lurking in your kitty’s fur but also prevents flea re-infestations from occurring on your pet within five weeks and in their immediate surroundings. It’s designed to be used on cats over 1kg, so you can safely use it on kittens over two months old to protect them from the start of their life.

A popular choice on Amazon with over 9,000 reviews, the Bob Martin treatment is valued by customers for how good value it is and the ease with which you apply the treatment. Some reviewers mention it doesn’t have a very nice smell and that it caused irritation on their cat’s skin so if your kitty is a little sensitive, you may want to consider another option.

When you're using flea treatments, you may want to get stuck in with a flea remover comb to really pull those fleas out at the source. The Masterclip Flea Removal Grooming Comb for Cats will work best after using a spot-on treatment or flea tablet because you'll want to get all of the dead insects out of your cat's coat.

The comb has rounded teeth that are designed to not be so harsh against your cat’s skin, which may already be feeling slightly more sensitive after being bitten by fleas. It also has an ergonomic handle and can be used effectively in both left and right hands, which makes the comb more comfortable to hold for everyone.

Customer reviews mention just how excellent it is at getting rid of fleas and eggs, you’ve just got to hope that your kitty will stay still long enough for you to be able to do it before they get too annoyed.