Vet Q & AHow to treat common pet issues: fleas, worms, abscesses, and more?
Flystrike - insecticides
Mastitis - antibiotics
Foot rot - foot trimming, foot baths/foot soaks, dry chemicals, oral therapy, antibiotics
Fleas - spot on treatments (such Revolution or Advantage) or oral treatments (Nexgard, Bravecto) for cats and dogs, pour ons for cattle and sheep
Worms - deworming treatments (the type depends on the animal
Abscesses - drain and flush, antibiotics
Updated on September 24th, 2025