I read your message and wanted to get in touch. I’m sorry to hear that your kittens have had an adverse reaction to a flea treatment but I’m relieved that they are both OK now. I am the PR manager for Bob Martin and would like to offer some help and advice on our products so that you feel reassured about what to use in the future.

There are very few reactions to Bob Martin’s cat specific products. It is possible that the treatment you were given contained an ingredient called Permethrin which has long been used as an effective way to protect dogs from fleas. It is however not safe for cats and all Permethrin-based treatments contain clear warnings not to use on cats.

We have a large range of flea treatments for different types/sizes of animal and many are specifically formulated to be safe for cats. We have just launched our new Double Action Spot On which is safe to use on cats and dogs to kill fleas and it also protects the home environment so you don’t need to worry about carpet treatments etc. – I know that this has been a concern for you.

The new Double Action Spot On is a veterinary strength product which offers the same level of effectiveness as products from your vet but at a lower price. If you’d like to send me your details I can arrange for some product to be sent and you can trial it. Please do not hesitate to get in touch for advice and I will help in any way I can. Anya.