ive tried the flea shampoo and collars and they dont seem to work
2006-09-01 06:40:04 · 19 answers · asked by dkay 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Flea collars typically don't work well for dogs because they protect only the neck area, whereas fleas can be anywhere on the entire body.
If you use a flea shampoo for your dog, keep in mind that you shouldn't bathe your dog more than twice a month (with any type of shampoo) because of the damage all of the bathing and drying does to their skin and fur. Because of this, flea shampoos don't always work the way you want them too. Sure, they'll kill any fleas and ticks that are currently on the dog and maybe any that leap on in the new few days, but if your dog spends a lot of time outdoors, be prepared for more to jump on before it's time to shampoo again.
Flea and tick drops tend to work the best. Stay away from over the counter products like Hartz if you can, as they are very caustic and dangerous to your pet. I have seen many animals with medical problems ranging from burns to seizures because of these products, so be careful.
The safest and most effective products will be the type you can buy from your veterinarian such as Frontline or K-9 Advantix. They are more expensive than the over the counter products, but are much safer and work very well. Ask your vet which would work best for your dog, as they vary due to the size of your dog.
Also, if you have a flea infestation in your home, treating the animals alone won't cut it. Be prepared to spend several days de-bugging the entire house. Start by purchasing a flea bomb (fogger) and following the directions on the cannister. Make sure fish tank filters are turned off and the tanks covered and get all other living critters (humans, children, animals) out of the house for several hours while the fogger is doing its job.
After that's complete, you'll need to use an upholstery spray on your cloth furniture and wash all bedding and linens in the home as well.
Getting fleas in your home is a pain in the butt, but if you keep your dogs and cats on a monthly flea treatment, it should help minimize the chance that you need to do the entire routine again.
2006-09-01 06:52:42 · answer #1 · answered by imrielle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use Frontline Plus (1-800-PETMEDS). In addition to this, put a flea collar in your vacuum cleaner. A common problem is that the collar will kill fleas on your pet, but the eggs are in the carpet and end up hatching...continuing the cycle...a flea collar in the vacuum cleaner can halt this cycle.
Good Luck :-)
2006-09-01 06:45:07 · answer #2 · answered by The ~Muffin~ Man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use Frontline Plus...once a month on the back of the neck.
We have 2 cats and 1 dog and are proud to be flea free!
2006-09-01 06:43:50 · answer #3 · answered by irishmomof3 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually Garlic is a great flea repeller. Dont rub it on the dog, but I put a very little chopped garlic in with my dogs morning food. The amount depends on the size of the dog.
It prevents them, but if your dog is infested, use a shampoo... but really a dog shouldn't get a shampoo'd bath more than once a year. There skin dries out a lot faster then ours, sometimes dry skin on dogs is confused with fleas.
Also vaccum your house frequently and clean the dogs and your bedding often.
This should do it!
2006-09-01 06:48:20 · answer #4 · answered by amlikam 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As much as you spend on shampoos and collars and any other home remedy its just a monitarily feasible to go get frontline from the vet. You could spend a fortune on home remedies and it can be so time consuming. Just get the frontline
OMG - Fleas do not cause Heartworm!!! Mosquitos bites cause HW. Folks need to be careful thinking they know things.
2006-09-01 06:46:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We have 2 dogs, 6 cats & 3 ferrets. They are all on Frontline & have been for years.
Not a flea or tick, ever.
2006-09-01 06:45:27 · answer #6 · answered by marianddoc 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the stuff that comes in tubes you put from there neck 2 the tail
hartz flea and tick a 3 month supply is about 5or 6 dollars
at walmart and mixing a little garlic in the food will help
2006-09-01 06:49:36 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
do not use flea shamppo on dog on regular basis as it contains chemicals that are toxic to dogs and is absorbed through the skin. front line is the no. 1 rated flea and tick medication for dogs and cats. You can get it from the vet do not get it from mail order
2006-09-01 06:43:01 · answer #8 · answered by aussie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Front Line plus, on my Lab, works great ! I took my Pawawa to the vet , gave him a shot (May) hasn't had a flea.
2006-09-01 06:47:33 · answer #9 · answered by Z-Cat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, a vet. over the counter stuff (collars, sprays, powders, shampoos) do not work and can harm your pet. Fleas cause hartworms, don't let it go untreated.
2006-09-01 06:43:04 · answer #10 · answered by Stick to Pet Rocks 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋