How to buy a flea collar for cats?

View of a flea collar for cats

There is nothing more stressful for a furry man to feel a few parasites crawl through his hair and bite his skin. Just thinking about it already makes us uncomfortable, and there are certain insects whose presence is never well received. Fortunately, a flea collar for cats can fix the problem.

But… How should you choose one? There are many different models; some are very cheap, others not so much ... To help you solve this question, we are going to show you the best models and we will also tell you how to choose one.

What is a flea collar?

While its own name indicates it, there are certain things that, I think, are important to know. This type of necklaces, unlike the conventional ones, are coated with an antiparasitic product. When it is applied to cats, this substance spreads throughout the body of the animals, more or less quickly, and remains in it for one, three or six months depending on the model.

Can it cause allergies?

Unfortunately yes. If they are antiparasitic collars whose function is to eliminate these parasites, instead of repelling them, the risk that the neck of cats reacts with itching and / or redness is high. For this reason, during the first hours (better the first day) that they are wearing them, they must be watched, in case they had to be removed.

Even so, experts are becoming more and more aware of the problem of allergies in cats and it is becoming increasingly difficult for a flea collar to cause discomfort to our beloved four-legged companions.

Selection of flea collars for cats

Brand Features Price

Magic Home

MagicHome brand collar to eliminate fleas

Do your felines usually have parasite problems? Do fleas, ticks and others usually bother you?

If you answered yes, get this 33-inch long necklace that will keep them protected for 180 days.

12,99€

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Bioline

Bioline collar for cats

If you suspect or know that your furry animals have an allergy to any component of flea collars, try this one that is completely natural and measures 35cm long.

It contains essential oils of eucalyptus and margosa extract, which will keep fleas, ticks and mites away.

8,79€

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Beste Band

Flea collar model for cats

Would you like to be able to save, even a little, on this type of product? With this model of flea collar you will not have to worry for 2-3 months.

With a length of 35cm, it will keep mites, lice, ticks, mosquitoes and of course fleas well away.

16,11€

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Phytosoin

Phytosoijn model of collar for cats

The welfare of cats is what most worries caregivers of furry cats, so if it is the first time that you are going to put one on them and you want it to be natural, this model is interesting for you.

It contains margosa and lavender extracts, and last but not least it is effective for three months.

13,13€

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FRETOD

Flea collar model for cats and dogs

If your cats are one of those who go outdoors for a walk, they need a flea collar that is waterproof and functional, like this model that adapts to the neck of any cat measuring 65cm in length.

Protects against parasites for no more and no less than eight months.

14,99€

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WeiLi

Weili brand collar for cats

Fleas, as well as other parasites, are very annoying animals for both felines and their humans. Therefore, if you are looking for quick solutions, this model of 33 centimeters long necklace is a good option.

With an effectiveness of up to six months, you will not have to spend more money than necessary.

9,99€

Get it here

Our recommendation

It is difficult to choose a model, since there are many, no, very many. The ones we've seen so far are very interesting, because of their efficiency and also because of their price, but ... is there one that we like in particular?

We would be lying if we said no. This is:

Pros:

  • It is effective as a flea, tick and mosquito repellent.
  • It is made without toxins or insecticides, but with Neem oil extract.
  • Protects for 4 months.
  • It adapts to any cat, since it has a length of 60cm.
  • Ideal also for dogs (we know, it is a cat blog, but you may be interested if you also live with a dog 🙂).
  • The price is very affordable.

Cons:

The only one is that it does not serve to eliminate the parasites that the animal already has, so in this case you would have to choose another model.

How to make a homemade flea collar for cats?

To make a homemade flea collar you will need a very clean rubber collar, and neem essential oil. Then all you have to do is wet the surface of the collar with the oil, and put it on the cat.

In this way, you will protect your furry against parasites, but you should know that if it goes outside it may not be as effective as it should be.

How to choose a flea collar?

View of an antiparasitic collar

It is relatively easy to stop and look at the necklace catalog and have no idea which one to buy. "Will this one be better than that other one?", "Will this one that is cheaper really work?" , here is a buying guide that, I hope you find it useful:

Natural or not?

We will start with the basics. Do you want a collar to be natural (and therefore only repellent) or do you need one to put on a cat that goes outside? Depending on what your answer is, you will have already taken the first step to make your best choice.

Have allergy?

If the cat has an allergy, or you suspect it has do not hesitate: buy him a natural one. You don't have to gamble with health issues, because doing so could endanger your life.

Age of the animal

Today, natural flea collars can be placed on the neck of kittens from 2 to 3 months old. But with those that are not, you have to be more careful and read the characteristics of the products so as not to make mistakes.

Price

The issue of price is important, but not too much. Let me explain: flea collars are generally inexpensive. But it is true that sometimes those that are too cheap are not the most suitable, and those that are more expensive may surprise us ... for the worse. The best way to avoid this is getting informed by reading the opinions of other buyers.

Why should you buy one?

If your cat scratches his ear, he may have otitis

Cats are adorable animals, but they have a serious problem: parasites, and especially external ones. Fleas, ticks, lice, mosquitoes, mites ... from a very young age we can see that they have to deal with their bites. Living with these pests is not pleasant for anyone, so it is very important that we do something so that they can have a much calmer and safer life, like buying them a flea collar.

They are easy to place, leaving about two fingers between the collar and the neck, and then you will not have to think about that anymore for a while. But yes, if your cats are not used to wearing anything around their neck, you have to get used to them little by little, putting them on for a little longer and longer for several days.

Where to buy?

You can buy them in any of these places:

Amazon

Who does not know Amazon? It is the largest shopping center on the Internet. Of course, buying an antiparasitic collar for the cat there is not difficultSince buyers have the option of evaluating their purchases, choosing the most appropriate one takes little time.

Mercadona

At Mercadona they sell a large number of products for the home and for people and their furry, including flea collars, which are usually natural. The price is really cheap, about € 2, so they can be very interesting.

Veterinary clinics and hospitals

They are the classic places where these types of necklaces are bought. Although the price is somewhat more expensive, having the experts close to many people gives them confidence and they prefer to buy there than on the Internet for example.

Home remedies to eliminate fleas in cats

If you are looking for an effective and natural remedy to eliminate fleas in cats, we recommend the following:

Tea tree essential oil

View of essential oil in tea

Tea tree essential oil (buy it here) is one of the best natural products to take care of skin -both human and feline-. It helps a lot in cases of allergies, dermatitis, acne ... and also against parasites.

To protect your furry, you have to dilute ten drops of the essential oil in a liter of water, and once everything is mixed, massage the cat's fur. Repeat once a month, no more because overuse could be dangerous.

Diatomaceous earth (for home)

This product (on sale here) is made from fossilized microscopic algae composed of silica, making it completely natural. When they come into contact with the parasite, what they do is pierce their body, thus causing them to die dehydrated.

The way to use it is very simple: you have to sprinkle the areas where the cat has been. Use a mask if possible, since it is a dust and its particles can be suspended in the air, so that without realizing it, some could enter the body and cause allergy problems.

I do not advise applying it directly on the body of the feline, since it is a product that dries out the skin and can cause itching.

Flea comb

Flea combs, unlike normal ones, have stiff and closely spaced tines. With them, both the eggs and larvae and the adults of fleas are quite effectively eliminated. So feel free to pass it on at least once a week or daily if it's spring / summer.

You can buy one here.

And with this we are done. We hope we have helped you choose a flea collar for your cats 🙂.


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