You love your cat and want to protect its health. You watch what it eats and take it to your vet for regular checkups. Now, you think your cat may have fleas and you worry about treating her with anti-flea products that contain harsh chemicals. So, as a good and concerned pet owner, what can you do about cat fleas?

Natural Cat Flea Treatment

There are natural cat flea treatments available you can use to treat your cat for fleas. Many of these are cat flea shampoos, which can be an effective way to rid your cat of fleas, assuming your cat lets you bathe her. Be sure to consult with your veterinarian before choosing any cat flea treatment as only your vet can recommend the best alternative for your cat, given its health, size and age.

Here are some of the more popular of these natural cat flea shampoos.

Sentry Natural Defense Flea and Tick Shampoo for Cats

This all-natural product from Sentry kills both fleas and ticks. It is comprised of such ingredients as peppermint oil, clove oil, cedar oil and cinnamon oil. Sentry says veterinarians have tested the product and that it will both kill existing fleas and repel fleas from re-infesting a cat.
Cost: $12.57

Natural Chemistry™ De Flea Pet Shampoo

The manufacturer of this product says that it is an all-natural product and claims it will kill fleas on contact. The company also says it is effective for ridding the cat of lice and ticks. This flea shampoo can be used on very young cats or cats that are nursing. Its manufacturer says that Natural Chemistry De Flea shampoo should not be used on kittens less than two weeks old
Cost: $9.68

Aloveen Shampoo

Aloveen Shampoo contains oatmeal and aloe vera. Its soothing properties are derived from the anti-itch properties of the oatmeal. The shampoo’s manufacturer says that it contains no irritating soaps and is pH balanced.
Cost: $11.75

Natural Chemistry Natural Cat Flea Shampoo

This product has a botanical formula that kills fleas on contact. It contains no Pyrethrin and is said to control fleas for up to one week. It is safe for cats and kittens of any age.
Cost: $12.99

Only Natural Pet Herbal Defense Shampoo & Conditioner

This shampoo and conditioner has Neem oil, lemongrass, lavender, citronella, and other herbal extracts. The company behind this product says it will keep annoying insects at bay and protect your cat’s skin with aloe, jojoba oil, calendula and chamomile. It has a rich lather than cleans your cat and leaves a fresh scent. Plus, Only Natural Pet Herbal Shampoo has ingredients such as sunflower seed oil and muru muru butter to add extra protection to your cat’s skin and coat.
Cost: $13.99

Cat Flea Shampoos With A Natural Insecticide

You will have to judge for yourself as to whether or not these cat flea shampoos are totally natural because they do contain an insecticide. However, in the case of these products, the insecticide is a botanically derived product called Pyrethrin.

Lambert Kay Fresh 'N Clean Flea & Tick Shampoo for Cats

The Lambert Company says this product has a dual action that will kills ticks and fleas fast. Plus, it contains the popular Fresh and Clean fragrance which will keep your cat smelling good for weeks. Lambert also says this product will not kill flea eggs but will weaken the adult fleas once they hatch. Fresh 'N Clean Flea & Tick Shampoo should not be used with cats less than 12 weeks old.
Cost: $34.99 – one gallon.

ZODIAC FleaTrol Flea and Tick Shampoo

This anti-flea shampoo also contains the botanically derived insecticide, Pyrethrin. Zodiac says it quickly kills fleas, ticks and lice. The shampoo is rich in coconut oil and is pH balanced and alcohol free. In addition, Zodiac says that it will improve the luster of your cat’s coat and its groom ability.

Doctors Foster and Smith Advanced Formula Flea and Tick Shampoo for Cats

Drs. Foster and Smith says that this product was developed by veterinarians and that it fights the problems of both fleas and ticks. It will clean and condition your cat’s coat.
Cost: $5.59

Other Natural Cat Flea Treatments

Here are some other natural cat flea treatment options.

Triple Sure Natural Flea and Tick Spray

This product contains peppermint oil and cedar oil and well as other proprietary ingredients. It is said to block a specific neurotransmitter in insects called Octopamine. When the fleas and ticks are exposed to octopamine blockers, they lose their ability to function and die fast.
Cost: $39.95 for two (BOGO)

Only Natural Pet All-in-One Flea Remedy

Only Natural All-In-One Flea Remedy consists primarily of diatomaceous earth, a natural compound that is formed by the remains of prehistoric algae. It is non-toxic and has been used to kill fleas and other insects for centuries. Diatomaceous earth is a fine powder to us but its edges are razor sharp and lethal to fleas and ticks. Fleas actually become dehydrated when they come in contact with this product and die within hours. Natural Pet All-in-One Flea Remedy can also be used to kill fleas in your home and yard.
Cost: $14.99

Only Natural Pet Herbal Defense Spray

This spray is a natural repellant that contains no DEET, organophosphates, or other dangerous pesticides so it can be used with kittens too young for other remedies. It has lemongrass, citronella, Neem oil, catnip, and other natural extracts to keep annoying insects such as fleas at bay. It also is said to deter ticks.
Cost: 13.99

Effectiveness Of Natural Cat Flea Treatments

These c can be effective, though it is always good to be skeptical about some of the claims made for these products. In most cases, these products will protect your cat for only about a week, meaning you will have to treat it weekly throughout flea season.

In the final analysis, the best way to determine the effectiveness of these products is to try one. If it works – and gets rid of your cat’s fleas – you can stay with it. If not, you may want to try another natural cat flea treatment.

Advantages And Disadvantages Of Natural Cat Flea Treatments

The major advantage of these products is that they do not contain harsh chemicals. This means that none of them is liable to harm your cat. The all-natural shampoos have the added advantage of giving you and your cat a nice bonding experience – if your cat will sit still for a bath.

As noted above, the major disadvantage of these products is that they do not provide long-lasting protection vs. the oral pills and spot-on treatments that can protect your cat for as long as 30 days.

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