OK, I'm going to get both of my cats on Frontline soon, but I have to order it online....and since it will take a week or so to get here, I need to look into something else for right this moment. My female cat is experiencing Flea Allergy Dermatitis, so I need to get the fleas killed now. Is the Zodiac Spot On treatment any good? I've heard to not use Hartz products, but I don't know about the others. I'm planning on heading to the store soon....I just can't stand seeing her in pain.
2006-09-14 03:20:15 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Thank you, dharmagirl!!!!
2006-09-14 03:30:52 · update #1
Thanks for all the suggestions! I did buy the Zodiac, but promptly returned it to the store after reading it's just as bad as Hartz. I don't know WHY I didn't remember that stores keep Frontline behind the counter...since I used to see it at our old pet store in the case. Anyways, I got Frontline Plus instead of Advantage because it kills fleas AND flea eggs, and Advantage only kills the adult fleas.
I appreciate everyone's concern, but the infestation isn't bad enough to warrant bombing my home. We didn't even know she had fleas....the vet couldn't even find any on her, he just knew she had 'em because of the FAD. And to answer one question; I couldn't get Frontline Plus at my vet because they don't carry it.
Anyways, both cats have been Frontlined. Thanks again!
2006-09-14 04:39:31 · update #2
Oh, and there was no way in hell I was gonna try giving her a water bath since she scratched the hell out of my yesterday when I tried using the waterless cat shampoo foam! Lol.
2006-09-14 04:41:19 · update #3
You will cause her MORE pain using that stuff!! Bad product! Wait for the Frontline or go to the petstore and ask for frontline (they do not have it with their other products, you must ask for it). She's already hurting, itchy, scabby, etc. I have seen severe reactions from using OTC products. Please wait for the frontline.
Also, in order to treat her successfully, you MUST treat the home with an insect growth regulator (like nylar). Ectokyl is excellent, Virbac is great. Again, stay clear of Zodiac, Bio-Spot, Hartz...
Do NOT bath her with any soap! This will irritate her skin more!!
Also, do not use a product and try another a week later. You must wait 4 weeks - 3 minimally!! Reactions can and will occur if used too frequently!
2006-09-14 03:39:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I am an animal groomer and Zodiac is just as bad as hartz. I recommend for Cats Advantage not frontline. Frontline works better for dogs and Advantege for cats but untill then if your cat will let you bathe her then bathe her in Dawn Dish detergent and rinse her well. If she won't let you bathe her use Bio spot drops you can get at any pet store now. Just remember to bomb or spray your home and wash your pets bedding or you'll just keep having the problem
2006-09-14 03:34:10 · answer #2 · answered by stacy g 4 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Definitely stay away from Heartz. Zodiac is not bad but not quite as effective as Frontline. I have also heard good things about Advantix. If Zodiac is what you have available I'd just use it until you get the Frontline. (If you're still not getting the results you want with Frontline then switch to Advantix, some animals just do better on one over the other.)
2006-09-14 03:28:32 · answer #3 · answered by dharmagirl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why cant you get front-line at the vet or pet store. ? if the flea problems that bad you need action quick.. and get the front-line that protests the home too.
There are tablets that you can get from a pet shop and I found these very good. Flea collars also.. NOW.. get away from the computer and go shop.
2006-09-14 04:31:01 · answer #4 · answered by plutoniccatgirl 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Like I said, cats are evil and should be killed.
2006-09-14 03:27:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 7⤋