Protecting kittens

Although the risk of parasite infections continues throughout a cat’s life, the risk of some parasites is greatest for the young kitten.

Prenatal infection does not occur in kittens, so ESCCAP recommends fortnightly treatment that can begin at 3 weeks of age, and can be repeated at 5 and 7 weeks. After 6 months old, worm every 3 months.

Nursing queens should be treated concurrently with their offspring since they may develop patent infections along with their young.

Milbemax is indicated for kittens from 6 weeks of age and/or 0.5kg.