My dog is a Shih Tzu, and he has had a history of fleas. I get rid of the fleas, and then somehow, they keep coming back. We also have two inside cats. Would they be a problem?
2007-11-18 16:52:36 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Have you tried frontline? You can use it on both the cats and the dog. Whatever you do don't use Hartz products because some of the products from hartz are killing pets. Also, you may have sand fleas that live in basements and you may have to get everyone out(including pets) and bomb the cellar and kill the sand fleas.But frontline works great. Flea collars are a waste of time and can cause more problems. Talk to your vet. My dogs vet say no to flea collars and my daughter is a vet tec and the vet she works with also says no to flea collars. They all agree with frontline.Good Luck!!
2007-11-18 17:08:16 · answer #1 · answered by islandgirl0521 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It takes 3-4 month to get rid of fleas and all animals in teh house need to be treated to get rid of the problem. Its more then just on teh pet problem it also is an environmental problem within teh house.
One flea can lay 40-50 eggs after feeding on your dog or cat..after 60 days that one flea is responsible for 20 000 fleas...thats jsut one flea! Its b/c of this that it takes such a long time to get rid of them.
Your best bet is to get advantage, program or revolution from your vet and treat all 3 pets. I suggest Revolution b/c it covers more then jsut fleas. You'll need to keep up teh treatment among all the pets...by 6 months you should be flea free..if not sooner.
2007-11-19 01:17:55 · answer #2 · answered by pierced_chick123 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to buy some Frontline or K9 Advantix. Keep up on it. You usually get a three month supply so when you get down to one month, buy some more. Bathe the dog first, make sure its coat is dry. Wait a couple of days so oil can be put back into the dogs skin. Then apply the flea product. You should be fine after that. If not go to your local vets office.
2007-11-19 01:12:59 · answer #3 · answered by bdizzle 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Flea collars are sold under several trade names and are sometimes effective on small, short-haired dogs or cats that are not subjected to flea-infested areas.
Other treatments are usually necessary to supplement flea collars on large, long-haired pets that are allowed freedom outdoors. Also, some pets may be allergic to flea collars. Ultrasonic flea collars have not been found to kill or repel fleas.
Veterinarians may prescribe or apply pesticides not available over the counter. Oral flea medication prescribed by veterinarians has provided control of fleas when pets are not allowed outdoors and effective flea control is accomplished in the house and yard. Topical or spot treatment has provided effective residual control.
Pets may be combed or shampooed frequently to remove adult fleas before they can irritate the pet or lay eggs. Frequent removal of fleas can quite effectively reduce flea infestations.
To be certain pets remain free of fleas, it is necessary to make routine use of flea control products, especially if pets are allowed to contact infested animals or premises.
Dust treatments should be applied carefully and rubbed into the fur working from the head to the tail. Special attention should be given to the top of the head, the neck, and the back. Apply treatments outdoors so fleas that leave the animals do not remain indoors.
2007-11-19 01:06:58 · answer #4 · answered by Naser E 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use head lice shampoo, thats what I use when I wash rescued puppies instead of flea shampoo. It works much better.
Head lice shampoo actually has the same exact stuff in it, except head lice shampoo has more, and flea shampoo has more water. When I used to use flea shampoo, I usually had to use it more than once on the same dog/puppy. When I use head lice shampoo, I only need to use it once and the fleas are gone.
Use some on your cats, too if you think they may have fleas, but if they don't just let them be. I know how cats go nuts in water.
2007-11-20 00:41:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, if you have a dirt backyard, they could be coming from there. Put a flea collar on him. If that doesn't work, go to a Petsmart and ask them about dipping. When you dip your dog, you dip him in a tub filled with anti-tick spray or something. Cats shouldn't be a problem. And if he goes to the park, other dogs might give him fleas. Brush and comb him regularly.
2007-11-19 01:02:06 · answer #6 · answered by ♫♪♫◘►David◄◘♫♪♫ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes of course the cats could be a problem, aren't you treating them too? Indoor cats still get fleas!
You need to treat all your animals. What have you been using so far? I can guarantee if it's anything from a pet store, it will NOT work. Get a proper treatment for all of your animals, from a vets - Frontline, Advocate, Revolution or Advantage.
Chalice
2007-11-19 16:18:11 · answer #7 · answered by Chalice 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My dog used to have the fleas... that i have no choice to shave off the fur... and use special chemical shampoo to bath with him .. 2-3 days to bath once.. you can purchase thru pet shop.. but as for your case.. since you have another 2 pets at home, is best to pull them away from your doggy.. as fleas will jump and move... and if your pets caught it.. is will multiple a lot very fast...
2007-11-19 01:05:40 · answer #8 · answered by wendy L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think the cats have anything to do with them unless they are covered in fleas too. Did you try using flea shampoo? Well, if that still doesn't work, then try to keep your dog out of dirty places & bath em more often.
2007-11-19 01:43:23 · answer #9 · answered by Sherr 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Vacumm your house & use a flea products for your dog.
2007-11-19 01:04:23 · answer #10 · answered by ♥less 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋