i just got my puppy and he stared scratching a little im not sure if it is fleas because we had a flea problem from a previous dog but im pretty sure we got rid of them like i said im not sure if he has fleas but if he does what can i do because he is so young
2007-10-24 00:41:47 · 11 answers · asked by brittany k 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
At 6 week old your puppy should still be with it's mother for at least another 2 weeks. You need to check with the vet what is suitable to use on a puppy that is so young.
2007-10-24 00:49:31 · answer #1 · answered by millypeed my choccie Lab 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bathe with a puppy shampoo or dawn dish detergent. Flea shampoos are very harsh and can over dry the skin. When bathing use a flea comb to comb through the fur and remove as many fleas as possible. Then follow up with a visit to the vet to learn about and obtain appropriate flea control medication.
2016-03-13 05:55:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, don't use ANYTHING from a pet store. For starters, you won't find anything for animals under 12 weeks - this is because pet store stuff is useless, and often dangerous - it shouldn't even be used on adult animals!
Veterinary spot-ons work, and can be used on animals from 8 weeks of age. Until that time, you can get some Frontline spray from your vet, it's safe to use on puppies and kittens from 2 days of age.
If people on here suggest Dawn dish soap, flea shampoo or anything from a pet store: don't waste your time and money.
Chalice
2007-10-24 09:05:09 · answer #3 · answered by Chalice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
give 6 week puppy fleas
2016-02-03 07:24:54 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Frontline plus can be used on 6 week old puppies .Call your vet and ask for a puppy check up will need shots and they can start you on frontline. You can get some on frontline but get the first one started now shipping takes a few weeks sometimes
2007-10-24 00:59:16 · answer #5 · answered by EducateDon'tJudge! 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't know what your doing with a puppy so young, it should be at least 8 weeks. Anyhow ask your vet, don't buy anything over the counter. It's toxic to your pet and doesn't work.
2007-10-24 01:26:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi there you can take your pup to the vet and get a frontline spray that is ok to use at that young age that is what I used when i had my little staffy puppies.
Cheers Alesha
2007-10-24 00:49:16 · answer #7 · answered by longbeach 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If he is over 2lbs, he can use frontline. If not, then your vet could give you advice on just using a couple of drops of frontline or frontline spray. I use it all the time through pregnancy, lactation, and even on puppies. Your vet could give you his ideas on that, but I know mine always suggests the stuff.
2007-10-24 00:46:34 · answer #8 · answered by mama woof 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most vets offices have special flea shampoo u can use.It's not to exspencive either!!
2007-10-24 00:44:11 · answer #9 · answered by Angie B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bye some spot on from ur vet frontline or advantage are good brands
2007-10-24 01:09:31 · answer #10 · answered by Donna 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋