Is there a pill or something that I can give him? I just don't like the smell of the collar. I know that there are shampoos but I don't think they would last as long as a collar in same cases if your dog gets over active some week or if you can't get to him right away. Anyone able to help?
2006-08-27 15:44:00 · 16 answers · asked by youarenotwill 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Sentry (made by sergeants) makes one of those liquid tube type flea controls called natural defense. It's the kind you spread on their back once a month. We put it on our dog and it smells great, plus it's all natural so it's probably better for the dog. It has peppermint, cinnamon and lemongrass oils in it so it smells nice.
We just got a dog and put it on her 2 weeks ago. No ticks or fleas yet and we live in a woodsy area.
And this same brand makes other flea stuff like powders too.
2006-08-27 16:06:19 · answer #1 · answered by kfriedman 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are pills. It is called Program they're flavored tabs that the dogs will normally gobble right down like a treat. You give them once a month much like the topical preventions mentioned above.
If you are also worried about ticks Program does not help. Advantage also does not help with ticks.
Frontline, Frontline Plus(a more waterproof version of frontline) and K9 Advantix are topicals that are effective for fleas and ticks. Revolution is a newer topical.
There are tons of topical medications out there but the only ones I would currently recommend would be Advantage/k9 advantix and Frontline/Frontline plus. Depending on your needs of course.
2006-08-28 01:48:31 · answer #2 · answered by Destynee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Frontline works well too....and it last for over a month. Get it from your vet or order from PetMed Express. Just follow the instructions on the box.
Flea collars don't work very well and they can be harmful to your dog's skin.
2006-08-27 22:50:28 · answer #3 · answered by Rose 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The posters above are correct! Go to your vet and request some topical flea medication such as Frontline and Advantage.
2006-08-27 22:50:40 · answer #4 · answered by Em 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they have a liquid called frontline you drop it on there neck once a month works great call your vet i think it's about 40 or more dollars for a 3 month supply not sure haven't used it in years had no flea problems
2006-08-27 23:48:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Frontline Plus flea drops it works for 1 month even if the dog gets wet kills fleas and ticks.best flea product they make..
2006-08-27 22:48:30 · answer #6 · answered by cin_ann_43 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can try putting a little bit of vinager in it's water. we used to that with our horses to get rid of flys and it helped. we put about 1/2 cup in 25 gallon tank so you'll have to figure out how much to use and don't worry it won't hurt your dog i use on mine and they've never had any problems.
2006-08-27 23:01:56 · answer #7 · answered by ocs_sparkling_princess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are topical medications that are absorbed through the skin that kill fleas for approximately thirty days.
2006-08-27 22:48:14 · answer #8 · answered by wotana02 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
theres frontline and advantage and other liquids u can put on your dog. those 2 i mentioned work the best
2006-08-27 23:02:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes - see your vet - I can't remember what it is called but your vet can prescribe it and your dog takes it once a month.
2006-08-27 22:51:04 · answer #10 · answered by Michael S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋