My dog is pregnant and has puppies due in three weeks. We just noticed that she has fleas what should we do to get this problem solved before the puppies arive but something that will be safe for the puppies.
2006-09-10 06:24:33 · 10 answers · asked by thatlunatic 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
We had the same problem when our dog was pregnant. The vet gave her Advantage and it worked right away. We later had 8 healthy puppies, so it won't affect them.
2006-09-10 08:09:53 · answer #1 · answered by mj 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will probably be able to give her a flea bath, that should not be much of a problem, because in three weeks, when the puppies are born the chemicals from the shampoo will be gone. Make sure you ask your vet before doing this though, because I'm not an expert, and may be wrong.
2006-09-10 13:29:04 · answer #2 · answered by peoplefriends33221 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Frontline is safe for pregnant and nursing moms. It does NOT enter the bloodstream so it is safe for unborn pups. I'd get the fleas under control as soon as possible as there is nothing currently labeled as safe for puppies under 6 weeks of age. Treating mom now and while she is nursing is the best way to assure the pups will not become infested, which can cause death from anemia.
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2006-09-10 14:23:42 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can safely use Advantage on pregnant and nursing dogs. Get it from your vet. Lots of over the counter flea meds can be toxic. Advantage and Frontline do not go into the bloodstream, they just stay in the lipid layer of the skin so they are safe for pregnant dogs.
2006-09-10 13:27:52 · answer #4 · answered by Lauren M 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hi,
All topical products do penetrate into the blood stream, including frontline and advantage. But is it really in a minute amount and negligable even to lactating bitches... oppss.. I mean female dogs. In fact it can actually protect the newborn puppies when they are near to their mother long enough.
So dont worry, try advantage and frontline. They are safe.
2006-09-11 01:58:09 · answer #5 · answered by SoggyBrain 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
very good question, call your vet and ask him iof there are any flea shampoos that you can use without harming her or the puppies. I am pretty sure that he will say use Adams Flea and tick Shampoo. Just make sure.
2006-09-10 13:33:15 · answer #6 · answered by Barry G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i use the doller general stuff for flea's.and its basically the same thing as the vets use,but its cheaper,works the same as the vets does.u can try proxside.witch help if she has a infection,use a qtip,to put were flea are,not not get around her eyes,will burn.works with ear mites-fleas-ticks too.
2006-09-10 13:38:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
You can't use a topical treatment on her as it gets in her bloodstream, we had that problem one time and we got ADAMS spray . You can get it at the vet, and some feed stores.
2006-09-10 13:28:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
You can safely use Frontline on her.
2006-09-10 13:33:19 · answer #9 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i know you can use Dawn dishsoap for pregnant cats,but you must do this weekly,not sure if you leave it in for a while,probly wouldnt hurt.
2006-09-10 13:32:29 · answer #10 · answered by sassy brat 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋