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Mark
Sat, Aug 31, 2024
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Hello, weird question. I applied the topical flea treatment a few hours ago on my cats neck. I started playing with him and gave him a little kiss on the head. I assume it dried and ill be okay?


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Dr. Onesi
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Hello! It's wonderful to hear that you're diligently keeping up with your cat's flea treatment. Typically, topical flea treatments dry within a few hours, so if you applied it a few hours ago, it should be mostly dry by now. Nevertheless, it's always wise to wash your hands thoroughly after applying any topical treatment and to avoid touching the treated area for at least 24 hours to ensure it is fully absorbed.

Since you mentioned kissing your cat on the head, it's likely that you didn't come into direct contact with the treatment if it was applied to the neck. Even if you did, the amount you might have come into contact with is minimal and should not cause any harm. Just keep an eye on your cat to ensure they don't show any signs of irritation or discomfort at the application site.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask. Thank you!