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Step 1
- Place the pill between the thumb and index finger of one hand.
- Hold the top of the cat's head and grasp the cheekbones with the thumb and index finger of the other hand.
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Step 2
- Tilt the head back until the cat's eyes are facing upward.
- Usually the cat's jaw will drop open on its own. If not, apply a little pressure on the lower jaw with your middle finger.
- Bring the pill to the cat's mouth.
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Step 3
- Keep your middle finger over the small incisor teeth to keep jaw open.
- Deposit the pill as far back on the tongue as possible.
- Immediately close the mouth.
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Step 4
- Gently stroke the throat or blow on the nose to encourage swallowing.
- Work fast to avoid being bitten.
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