Has anyone ever used a flea powder called "Zema Z3 Flea & Tick Powder for Dogs"?

Question

This stuff sounds very dangerous. Here is what the label says about it: "Hazards to Humans: Harmful if inhaled. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap & water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, or using tobacco. Remove & wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Avoid contamination of food or foodstuffs. Hazards to Domestic Animals: For use on Dogs & Puppies. Do not use on puppies under 12 weeks of age. Do not reapply more often than once every 3 days. Take care not to get the powder in the animal's eyes, nose or mouth. Consult a veterinarian before using this product on debilitated, aged, medicated, pregnant or nursing animals. Sensitivities may occur after using ANY pesticide product for pets. If signs of sensitivity occur, bathe your pet with mild soap and rinse with large amounts of water. If signs continue, consult a veterinarian immediately." My concern is that if my dog "grooms" himself he will become ill.

The label also indicates that inhalation could cause respiratory arrest. It also says that the bedding should also be treated. But when my dog lays on his blanket, won't he be breathing some of the powder?

Answer 1

Standard warnings for a pet store product really. They should also add "Will probably kill any cat it gets near. Might kill your puppy. Is unlikely to kill any fleas."

Seriously, do NOT use any store-bought flea products on any animals, even adult ones. Many are dangerous, and none work. Get a proper treatment from a vets - veterinary spot-ons can be used from 8 weeks of age. Frontline spray can be used from 2 days of age.

Chalice

Answer 2

It seems such as you're doing precise by your puppy. yet another element to characteristic on your armor is Capstar. I wrap it in a tiny little bit of lunch meat and shove it down his throat, close his mouth and rub his neck til he swallows. it form of feels to final for some days. i could additionally save your cat interior for awhile. Our vet mentioned that now may be the worst season for flea infestations. the element approximately frontline (or revolution or the others) is it takes 3-4 months to clean up an infestation. Our vet additionally mentioned if ur desperate for you to use it each and every 3 weeks. As a final motel i could call an exterminator. this is gotta injury the bank.

Answer 3

I have never used it, but I have seen it. An old country vet here uses it. I think it comes from the hardware store. It is just pyrethrins, isn't it? It doesn't work very well because many times people come into the clinic wanting something better.