2007-02-06 15:11:06 · 7 answers · asked by gfuller101 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
i used Front Line and it didn't work.
2007-02-06 15:15:45 · update #1
Ahem.....FRONTLINE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Stop being cheap, people. Spring for the Frontline. It works.
If the Frontline didn't work, either it wasn't real Frontline or it wasn't put on right. The Hartz, Sargent's, and Zodiac brands are crap. Also there's been incidents of fake (counterfeit) Frontline being sold at pet stores and Internet pharmacies, the company that makes it will NOT sell directly to these places, they get it through vets or less reputable sources. Get it at the vet and let them put it on the dog for you, and I'll bet money it works.
Dawn will kill the fleas on the dog at the moment, but does nothing to keep fleas from coming back.
2007-02-06 15:14:26 · answer #1 · answered by lizzy 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
The only way to get rid of a flea infestation is to treat the animal with Frontline Plus. Don't get it from your vet, they put a hefty mark-up on it, rather order it from an Internet based pet supply store.
Frontline will kill fleas at all stages of life. You must treat the pet once a month for this to work. You can't just treat once and expect that to fix the problem because fleas are all over your house in different stages of life.
Frequent vacuuming and cleaning of the pet areas will help with the treatment. Frontline also makes a spray that is very effective for carpets and upholstery, but that is a bit overkill.
It is really that simple, stick to the monthly treatments and the fleas will disappear.
2007-02-08 03:05:20 · answer #2 · answered by Ponca 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long ago did you apply the Frontline? It takes about 24 hours to take full effect. Did you apply the full dose? Did your dog have a bath within 48 hours (before or after) you applied it? That could have an effect on its potency. Maybe you have fleas in your house.
Frontline is an excellent product and it usually works great. Perhaps you should call the phone number on the box and talk with their support staff or visit their website. You may be able to find an answer there.
2007-02-06 15:58:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Agree with Lizzy - Frontline, Advantage, Advocate, Revolution.
Any of those kill the fleas in all its stages and any around the house. Just clean its bedding as well.
Nothing else works as well and they are well worth the expense.
Additional:
Did you make sure you applied it to the skin and not the hair? and that the dog didnt share it off? If it isnt applied properly, then it wont work
2007-02-06 15:17:24 · answer #4 · answered by Feline Female 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lemon or Citrus DAWN DISH SOAP! When we bought a puppy I asked the pet store which flea shampoo would be a good choice. They told me he was to young for flea shampoo but for me to go buy lemon or citrus Dawn dish soap. I was amazed at how well it worked. I did have to pick a few dead fleas off my dog but most of them just hosed off. Ever since then I always use Dawn dish soap when bathing my doggie. Ever notice some of the Dawn Commercials where they rescue a duck & wash it with the dish soap? It really does work great! Good Luck!
2007-02-06 15:22:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
First get some Advantage from the Vet..Bathe your dog in Dawn dish soap, dry completely and apply Advantage. It is one of the best products and works great!!
2007-02-07 04:12:05 · answer #6 · answered by daiseydixie6 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if front line didn't work try advantage that is what I use on my dog it works for me. for a quick fix give your dog a bath in dawn ultra dish washing soap it works too.
2007-02-06 15:21:06 · answer #7 · answered by Michelle S 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋