10 Best Flea Combs for Cats – 2023 Reviews & Top Picks

Did you know that even indoor cats can get fleas? Finding fleas on your cat is no fun at all, but it can be especially frustrating if you’ve been careful about prevention. Even if your cat never goes outside, another animal or even a person can bring these unwelcome visitors to your kitty.
Once you discover that your cat has fleas, you’ll want to get a quality flea comb that not only finds fleas and evidence of fleas (eggs and those black specks known as flea dirt), but also removes fleas, eggs, and dirt.
These reviews will help you decide on the best flea comb for your cat—kitten or adult, and short, long, or medium-haired. Keep in mind that some flea combs may be labeled for dogs or dogs and cats, but we’ll focus on the best overall choices for your feline friend.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites of 2023

Rating	Image	Product	Details
Best Overall		Hartz Flea Comb for Cats	Fine teeth with safety tips on the pins Comfortable molded rubber grip Compact size for small areas	Check Price
Best Value		Gnawrishing Cat Flea Comb Set	Set of 4 combs Different sizes and shapes for all types of fur Different handle styles	Check Price
Premium Choice		Resco Dog & Cat Flea Comb	Quality design and construction Comfortable grip Lifetime warranty	Check Price
Best for Kittens		Master Grooming Cat Flea Comb	Small size Fine teeth Easy to grip	Check Price
		Safari Flea Comb for Cats	Designed for cats Contoured handle Won't irritate kitten's skin	Check Price

The 10 Best Flea Combs for Cats

1. Hartz Groomer’s Best Flea Comb for Cats – Best Overall

Our pick for the best overall flea comb for cats is the popular and widely available Hartz Groomer’s Best Flea Comb for Dogs and Cats. The fine teeth make it easy to remove fleas, eggs, and flea dirt from your cat’s fur. The size and shape make it comfortable to safely work on small areas like the face and paws.

2. Gnawrishing Dog & Cat Flea Comb Set – Best Value

The Gnawrishing 4-piece flea comb set is our pick for the best flea comb for cats for the money. Each comb is a different size and shape, with different tooth lengths and handle styles. This makes it easy to pick the right comb for different areas of your cat’s body. Three of the combs have stainless steel teeth, one comb is all plastic.

3. Resco Dog and Cat Flea Comb – Premium Choice

A premium dog and cat flea comb from a professional pet grooming tool company. It has a sleek and lightweight chrome handle with an ergonomic grip. Designed for use as a flea comb and for grooming the face and other sensitive areas. The manufacturer offers a lifetime warranty.

4. Master Grooming Tools Cat Flea Comb – Best for Kittens

This flea comb’s small size makes it a good choice for use on a kitten. The whole comb is about the size of a credit card, and the teeth are fine and closely spaced. The contoured grip makes it easy to hold while wrangling a squirmy kitten. It can also be used on adult cats.

5. Safari Flea Comb for Cats

This Safari flea comb is specifically designed for a cat’s coat. It is suitable for all cat sizes and hair lengths. It also won’t irritate sensitive flea-bitten skin. The handle is long, with a curved inner edge so you can get a good grip with your fingers.

6. Oster Animal Care Comb & Protect Flea Comb for Cats

This is another flea comb that is marketed specifically for cats. It is compact, with a rounded handle designed to fit in the palm of your hand. The design also makes it easy to keep the teeth parallel to the body, so you don’t irritate sensitive skin.

7. Frisco Double-Row Flea Comb for Cats & Dogs

This is a good option if you are looking for a cat flea comb with a double row of teeth. The double row helps you get through all the fur to the skin so you can check for fleas, eggs, and dirt more effectively. It also has a comfortable soft-grip handle.

8. Laiannwell Professional Grooming Comb for Cats

A set of 3 combs that come with a carrying pouch. There are 2 flea combs and one grooming comb, all with stainless steel teeth. The flea combs have pins with close .15 millimeter spacing. Flea comb handles have a soft rubber grip insert.

9. Le Salon Essentials Cat Flea Comb

This is a basic compact cat flea comb, designed for most cat breeds and coat types. The closely spaced teeth remove fleas and flea dirt. A slightly curved handle allows for gentle combing.

• See also: 10 Best Cat Combs – Reviews & Top Picks

10. Hertzko Double Sided Flea Comb

This is a double-sided comb with closely spaced pins on one side and long wide pins on the opposite side for undercoat removal and mat detangling, which can be good for long-haired cats. The comb has a traditional handle, but the overall size is compact.

Buyer’s Guide: Choosing the Best Flea Comb for Cats

Flea combs are an effective and inexpensive way to find and remove fleas, flea eggs, and flea dirt from your cat’s fur. What makes a good flea comb for cats?

• The best flea combs have teeth (also called pins) that are fine and closely spaced enough to collect fleas, dirt, and eggs. Most of the best ones have stainless steel teeth.
• Flea combs for cats should work well on short, long, and medium-length fur. They should also be small enough to work on small sensitive areas, such as around the head and feet.
• Most flea combs specially designed for cats are compact, either with a short traditional handle or a rounded circular handle.
  You may have to experiment to find the best flea comb for your cat, but they are a very low-cost pet grooming item, so it’s easy to switch to a better design if you’re not 100% satisfied with the first one you try.

Conclusion

Let’s recap our top picks and summarize our reviews! For the best overall flea comb for cats, Hartz Groomer’s Best Flea Comb for Dogs and Cats is a popular choice for many pet owners. It’s easily available and priced well. It gets high marks from both dog and cat owners.

Want to stick to a cat-specific comb? The Safari Flea Comb for Cats is another comb that is a hit with cat owners. If you are looking for a cat flea comb with a compact rounded handle, consider the Master Grooming Tools Contoured Grip Dog and Cat Flea Comb.

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