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why is my cat quiet after we gave him a flee bath2007-11-25 12:33:00

bad balance and shakes, why is this?

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He could just be subdued because he didn't enjoy the experience, his balance could be off because he got water in his ears. But.

I've heard of pets having very, VERY bad reactions to non-prescription flea medications. Particularly the Hartz brand. I don't know how reliable these reports are, but it's enough to make me very wary of using them. If he continues acting strange & having the shakes (an especially bad sign), you may want get him into the vet ASAP.

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he's mad! cats don't like water.haha

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Sounds like you poisened him, call a vet ASAP

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maybe you're using the wrong kind. or its too strong.

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This is an allergic reaction to whatever flea treatment you used, MANY FLEA TREATMENTS ARE HARMFUL AND POISONOUS TO CATS.

Visit http://www.hartzvictims.org to get an idea.

Take your cat to a vet, don't post on this board. Those symptoms constitute as an emergency.

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you over medicated him

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He is Peed Off!

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he's mad.does he shake because he is cold or because maybe he swallowed water that is making him sick?

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Mourning his flea friends? Actually, some of the ingredients in those products are somewhat toxic. Too much on his skin might cause a reaction. I'd give the vet a quick call.

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He's mad at you. When they are wet, they don't know quite how to react which makes them seem a little off balance. They shake cuz they're cold after. They will lick themselves dry and get over it. Maybe next time instead of a flea bath, try Advantage or Frontline plus.

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If he has neuroloigcal damage which causes bad balance, than he has definitely been poisoned by ingesting flea shampoo. He needs to be taken to the vet ASAP, because this can be fatal.

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You should dry him thoroughly after, especially the ears and whisker to help his balance and to keep him warm. Like others said he may also be pouting. Give him some extra TLC and he might eventually look forward to the dreaded bathtime.

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Your babie could be traumatized! Do you HAVE to bath him? I never bath mine unless they get into something really messy. There are plenty of ways to get rid of flees. Most of the time the fleas live in the carpet, bedding, and such. Get your pets out of the house (in the car works) and bug bomb the place. Talk to your vet! :)

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Maybe you got some in his nose or mouth or maybe he licked it and it is affecting him.However maybe he just does not want you to give him another one so he 's being quiet.