I use it on Sophie by Vet recommendation due to the area I live in. I started it when she was around 6.5 lbs. and she is now 10 lbs. and does very well with it. I just put her dose on last night. Other than a little scratching (it does make their skin tingle a bit) she does fine. I understand the fear of the pesticides, as I have the same fear. But here in PA, ticks are really bad and I am surrounded by a wooded area and actually have deer tracks in the snow in my yard in the winter. I have to weigh the options of lyme disease. Although she gets a shot to prevent that, they are not full proof. It's a tough call. You have to go with what feels best for you as this sight will give you many different opinions and you may walk away more confused than before. My favorite suggestion I've read so far is using 1/2 the dose and a few days or weeks later, putting the other half on. If you are concerned, this is maybe a good option for you. Since I know already that Sophie tolerates the whole dose, I just go with that. Good luck! |