Black Tiny

Black Tiny

What are these tiny black spiral-shaped things on my cat?

My cat has these tiny little black spiral-shaped things in his fur that he's had for quite awhile now. They don't seem to be alive and actually look like bitty specks of dirt until looked at closely. When I squish them between my fingers, they sort of fall apart like dirt would...Does anyone know what these things are?
Thank you all for your answers! I have determined that it is in fact "flea dirt," so I'm going to properly treat him for it.

It's flea dirt, (dried digested blood) from your cat. Take a flea comb , available at any pet store and run it through your cat's fur. Chances are high that it will have fleas stuck in the teeth of the comb. Dump the fleas into a dish of soapy water, it will kill them instantly. (Clogs their spiracles)

Take your cat to your Vet and ask what they recommend for treatment (Advantage, Frontline, etc.) and treat ASAP. A large load of fleas are capable of making your cat anemic.

You will also want to treat your home, get an exterminators advice on the safest way to proceed. Wash all bedding in hot soapy water. Fleas are difficult to get rid of once established in a home, but not impossible.

Good luck.



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