my Yorkie has fleas how do i treat it?

Question

she is really itchy

Answer 1

I found a site that tells all about getting rid of flea's, hope it helps=]
Use frontline!
Indoor flea control involves mechanically removing all stages of the fleas, killing any remaining adults, and preventing immature forms from developing.
_Start by vacuuming thoroughly, especially below drapes, under furniture edges, and where your pet sleeps. It is estimated that vacuuming can remove up to 50% of flea eggs. Vacuum daily in high traffic areas, weekly in others. Each time, seal your vacuum bag in a plastic bag and discard it immediately. Do NOT place mothballs or flea collars in the vacuum, since toxic fumes could result.
_Use a product that will kill any remaining adult fleas and also stop the development of eggs and larvae. You will need a product that contains both an adulticide and an insect growth regulator (IGR), such as Nylar (pyriproxyfen) or methoprene. This can be in the form of carpet powders, foggers, or sprays.
Foggers are especially good for large open areas. Surface sprays can reach areas such as baseboards, moldings, cracks, and under furniture where foggers cannot reach. Choose the product(s) you use with care, taking into account the presence of children, fish, birds, persons with asthma, etc. Your veterinarian can help you choose the appropriate products for your situation.
_Wash your pet's bedding weekly and treat the bed and surrounding area with a product that contains both an adulticide and an insect growth regulator, such as Adams Carpet Spray.
_Do not forget to also clean and treat your automobile, pet carrier, garage, basement, or any other place your pet spends much time.

Flea's on your pet=)
_Sprays: Flea and tick control sprays can come as aerosols or pump bottles. Choose a product that contains both an adulticide and an insect growth regulator. Follow your veterinarian's and the manufacturer's directions on how often to spray, and spray in a well-ventilated area. Dips: Dips and rinses are applied to the entire animal. They generally have some residual activity. They should be applied in a well-ventilated area according to your veterinarian's and the manufacturer's directions. It is helpful to put cotton balls in the pet's ears and ophthalmic ointment in the pet's eyes. Even with these precautions, be very careful not to get any of the product in the pet's ears or eyes. Dips or rinses may contain pyrethrins, permethrins or organophosphates.
_Shampoos: Flea and tick shampoos help to primarily rid the pet of the fleas and ticks it already has on it, although some have residual activity. To properly use a flea & tick shampoo you must be sure to work the shampoo in over the entire body and then leave it on at least 10 minutes before you rinse it off. Shampoos often contain pyrethrins.
_Collars: Flea & Tick Collars can be effective, but must be applied properly. To get the right degree of snugness, you should just be able to get two fingers between the collar and your pet's neck. Be sure to cut off any excess portion of the collar after you have properly applied it. Otherwise, that animal or other pets may try to chew on the end. Check the package for information on duration of effectiveness since some collars lose effectiveness when they get wet, e.g., if your dog swims a lot. Watch carefully for any irritation under the collar. If this occurs, you may need to use a different product.
_Oral Products: A product called Program is available as a once-a-month tablet for dogs and cats. This product contains an insect development inhibitor (IDI) which keeps flea eggs and larvae from developing. Program does not kill adult fleas, so if you have fleas, you must also use something to kill the adults. To kill adult fleas on pets fast, there is a relatively new product called Capstar available. This product comes in tablet form and is especially useful in situations where pets are more likely to be exposed to fleas, such as at dog parks or shows. Because Capstar is out of your pet's system in 24 hours, it should be followed with a longer-lasting product that will work on both adult and immature fleas, such as Frontline Plus.
_Flea Combs: Flea combs are often overlooked as a valuable tool for removing fleas. Your pet will love the extra, hands-on attention he gets as you comb through his coat. Be sure to choose a comb with narrowly spaced teeth. Comb your pet and then place any fleas you find into detergent water, which will kill them.

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Answer 2

First let me tell you that I own a pest control company and what I will recommend is the complete treatment that should help you completely get rid of the fleas.

First, treat the pet with Capstar. This is a pill that you get from the vet that will kill all of the fleas that get on the animal for the first 24 hours. Second, use either Frontline or Advantage, these can also be purchased from the vet. Frontline can be used on pets 12 weeks old or older. Advantage can be used on animals as young as 6 weeks. If the pet is old enough for either product, switch back and forth between the two. One month use one, the next use the other. The reason I recommend this is that there are two main types of fleas that infest pets. One product works better on the first type and the other product works better on the second type. By using both, you make sure you have covered all your bases.

Once the pet has been treated, you must treat your home and yard. The best products to do this would include not only a killing agent, but also a sterilization agent. Inside, I would use Ultracide, if you can get it. (Many on line sites sell it.) Follow the instructions on the label! Wash all animal’s bedding and vacuum frequently. Throw out the vacuum bag or dump the catch container after every vacuuming. You can never vacuum too much! DO NOT STEAM CLEAN YOUR RUGS! This can hatch flea eggs and make your problem worse.

Outside I would use Demon WP mixed with Gentrol or Nylar, carefully following label instructions. Treat the entire yard, paying special attention to under bushes and low hanging branches. Most of these products can be bought at any Do-It-Yourself Pest Control company either on line or in a store.

Treating your house and yard is just as important as treating the pet!

It is also very important to stay away from the grocery store or box store products like Zodiac or Hartz. Many of these products can cause severe allergic reactions in animals.

Answer 3

You can certainly use Advantage even on 7 week old puppies, maybe even younger. You need to take your pup to the vet because it will also have round worms and tape worm. All dogs with fleas have tape worm. When I bring my pups home at 8 weeks of age I put them onto Sentinel Spectrum right away. This is a flea contraceptive so even if a pup did have a couple of fleas they can't breed....though every breeder I've ever bought a pup from has sent it home flea and worm free. Sentinel Spectrum also prevents all intestinal worms and is a heartworm preventative. It's a once a month chew tablet and none of my dog have ever had fleas or worms. If your dog has been with your parents dogs they probably have already caught fleas. Fleas don't live on dogs, they live in the environment and jump onto the dog to feed. You will need to treat your carpet and your dog's bedding plus any other furniture your dog has been on.

Answer 4

Treat with a spot on treatment that treats the adult fleas and eggs (in the evironment) such as Advantage.
The thing to remember about breaking athe flea life cycle is their are 4 stages of a fleas life
50% of flea population is eggs and they are in environment.
30% Larvae Once again in environment
15% Pupae in environment and can not be killed by flea products - can lay dormont in enivironment for up to 6 months (therefor u will need to treat for at least 7 months to ensure pupae have hatched and been killed)
5% Adult fleas on your pet and in environment.

Answer 5

Get a flea pill from your vet...it kills all fleas on the dog in 24 hrs. Then treat your dog with frontline Plus.

Answer 6

I find that Frontline works VERY well. We recommend frontline, advantix, and revolution. They are all topical products. You just apply the liquid to it's skin on the back of their neck. It prevents fleas for one month. You can get Frontline and Advantix from the pet store, just be sure to get it for the right weight range. And because revolution is a perscription product, because it also contains heartworm prevention, you have to get that one from your vet. Good Luck with the fleas.

Answer 7

Go to wal-mart or other store and get "Lice-B-gone" it is a natural non-pesticide way to treat fleas infestations, as well as other pests. I use it on my schnauzer and it kills the fleas within 30 seconds, be sure to wash her bedding good (treat it) and vacuum your rug and throw out the vacuum bag.

Answer 8

Take her to a groomer or buy flea poison
all you have to do is rub it on her neck

Answer 9

buy a flea collar or flea spray or flea medicine at ur local pet shop. 4 better treatments, ask ur vet.

Answer 10

You need to buy advantage or frontline and apply it on your dog. you can also give your dog a bath use a flea shampoo.
Flea collars do not work. Please don't buy your dog a flea collar.