i have 2 nine week old shih tzu, when should i place flea collars on them
2007-09-23 09:16:40 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Advantage is safe for puppies. Use that instead of flea collars. I don't like flea collars. They don't work well and can make them sick!
2007-09-23 09:26:29 · answer #1 · answered by shihtzugirl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Honestly...dont buy flea collars...they are pretty much worthless. I've actually seen collars where fleas were hiding underneath the collar. Your best bet is to use Frontline. Its the best flea preventative out right now. Also do NOT use Hartz or anything you buy at Walmart....they say its suppose to work for at least 4 weeks..but they tend to wear out at about 1-2 weeks and can become toxic to your dog. Frontline you can get from your vet or order it through PetMeds. It is a little pricey but remember...you get what you pay for.
2007-09-23 09:25:23 · answer #2 · answered by killer189 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Advantage is safe for puppies 7 weeks or older. I have 3 shih tzus and use advantage and they have never had a flea.
2007-09-24 09:57:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't like flea collars.
I don't trust the things and they don't usually work.
They just keep the fleas away from the dogs head.
If you have problems with fleas talk to the vet and they will help you out.
There are natural remedies as well so you don't have to use harsh chemicals.
2007-09-23 09:22:47 · answer #4 · answered by Silver Moon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Tzu also. I use Advantage and it works great. I apply it between her shoulders once a month. It comes with stickers you can put on your calendar to remind you when you did it last. Takes almost 1 minute to do it. Your dog will be so much happier. You will too. I also give her heart worm pill the same day. Dont you have to change a collar once a month? m
2016-04-05 21:57:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't. Flea collars don't work and can poison the dog. Get flea meds from the vet. They are much better.
2007-09-23 10:02:40 · answer #6 · answered by Dachshund gal? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never.
Flea collars are very ineffective. Instead use Frontline or Advantage.
2007-09-23 09:24:45 · answer #7 · answered by Bindi *dogtrainingbyjess.com* 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No offense, but I don't find that flea collars are worth the effort of pulling out your wallet. Ask your vet about a monthly treatment.
2007-09-23 09:24:17 · answer #8 · answered by raticals.com 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The groomer and vet recommended not to use th flea collar because it does not work that great..Depending on where you are from vets recommends frontline, Advantage, etc
2007-09-23 09:22:30 · answer #9 · answered by Stanley the Westie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
flea collars are crap. get some Frontline or Advantage or Revolution from the vet. It costs more, but then again, it works.
2007-09-23 09:24:27 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋