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Pammy2016 · 08-01-2016, 05:42 AM

Our little Pammy just over 4 months old. She didn't get groomed until about 2 weeks ago. When we went to pick her up, the groomer said she was coated in fleas and it caused her hair to mat all over. They needed to pretty much shave her hair really short and they got rid of all the fleas. So when we brought her home, we stopped and got this flea powder that's supposed to kill fleas and flea eggs and sprinkled it all over our apartment and let it sit over night and vacuumed it up the next morning.

Just a day or two later, she ended up with fleas again.

Is there any way to prevent this right now? The groomer (and my vet) told me not to use any type of flea medication or flea collar at this point because she is so young and so little, barely over 2 lbs. Is there any alternative? Also, does the cleanliness of your home have anything to do with fleas? Because we make a conscious effort to keep our apartment very clean. (vacuum, dust, and wipe down our whole apartment daily or every other day)

I try to use a flea comb and pick them off, but that only does so much and they come back. She's noticeably itchy and uncomfortable at points throughout the day. I feel really bad. I'm at a loss right now. Help!

matese · 08-01-2016, 06:17 AM

Vacuum carpets, floors, furniture,under ALL furniture, sofa, chairs, empty the vacuum into a plastic bag OUTSIDE of your home, knot the bag and throw it in the outside trash. ALWAYS empty the vacuum cleaner after each use, ALWAYS empty it into a plastic bag, knot and throw in outside trash. Fleas can LIVE in the vacuum, they will jump out when you empty it, reason you empty it out doors. Wash all your bedding and the puppies. Buy several flea collars, cut in half, wedge them between the cushions of your sofa and living room chairs, wedge them so as the puppy cannot pull them out. If the groomer got rid of the fleas and your pup has them again, it is because you have them in your home. Vacuum, Vacuum, Vacuum, make sure you empty the vac out doors.

Maximo · 08-01-2016, 07:00 AM

As suggested above, keep vacuuming. Wash bedding as often as possible.

When you bathe your baby, be generous with the shampoo and let it sit for a minute or two before rinsing thoroughly. You can do this with a dog-formulated shampoo. The bathing will kill active fleas and wash away the eggs.

I wouldn't use a flea collar on any dog, especially not a small Yorkie.

All of the flea preventatives are concerning for such a small, young pup. I would check in with the vet again because a flea infestation can lead to anemia in a pup so small. Also, flea bites can cause skin problems. My Teddy is highly allergic and has a topical med to use when he is bitten.

Samma23 · 08-01-2016, 07:22 AM

Indorex in the UK is only around £10. When we got our cat she was covered, no matter what we did nothing helped, I was constantly cleaning, hoovering then we found this.
Follow the instructions, we had to do downstairs while we all stayed upstairs and vice versa. We also sprayed it into our Hoover's cylinder which is advised. It protects for up to 12 months.

No I'm not a indorex sales person just it was a blessing for us. Good luck xx

Rachael1983 · 08-01-2016, 09:25 AM

I did a flea bomb for the house (we are gone all day) after doing the suggested above. No more fleas and a happy dog.

trewltwisted · 08-01-2016, 10:59 AM

I also recommend flea bombs or carpet sprays. I really hate using them, but when your pups are itchy you have to do something... I sprayed the carpets and vacuumed a lot before bringing the puppy home.

If the puppy goes outside they will most likely bring fleas back with them, especially in the summer. So you have to really stay on top of it!

Good luck

Lola7133 · 08-01-2016, 10:15 PM

Powder her and your house with food grade Diatomaceous earth. You can buy this online or at Tractor Supply. It's the safest thing you can to control the flea for her at that weight. Also, bath her with Dawn to choke out the flea. If and when you do, you want to pick out the flea that hide close to her eyes and ears.

Do not vacuum out the Diatomaceous earth until a week. It doesn't do any harm. It will take time to dry out the flea and kill him.

I hope this helps.

Parti Peanut · 08-02-2016, 06:59 AM

All the above advice is right on. Ask your vet about Sentinel. It's for heart worms and has a flea preventative as well. Can be given to young pups and is available for pups that weigh 2 lbs. If you have a yard, you will need to spray it as well. Good luck. Fleas are miserable.

1014hernandez · 08-02-2016, 08:59 AM

These are all great suggestions, I hope it helps... Careful outdoors...

08-01-2016, 05:42 AM	#1
Pammy2016 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Florida Posts: 35	Fleas Our little Pammy just over 4 months old. She didn't get groomed until about 2 weeks ago. When we went to pick her up, the groomer said she was coated in fleas and it caused her hair to mat all over. They needed to pretty much shave her hair really short and they got rid of all the fleas. So when we brought her home, we stopped and got this flea powder that's supposed to kill fleas and flea eggs and sprinkled it all over our apartment and let it sit over night and vacuumed it up the next morning. Just a day or two later, she ended up with fleas again. Is there any way to prevent this right now? The groomer (and my vet) told me not to use any type of flea medication or flea collar at this point because she is so young and so little, barely over 2 lbs. Is there any alternative? Also, does the cleanliness of your home have anything to do with fleas? Because we make a conscious effort to keep our apartment very clean. (vacuum, dust, and wipe down our whole apartment daily or every other day) I try to use a flea comb and pick them off, but that only does so much and they come back. She's noticeably itchy and uncomfortable at points throughout the day. I feel really bad. I'm at a loss right now. Help!

08-01-2016, 06:17 AM	#2
matese Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: E.Stroudsburg, Pa. Posts: 69,269	Vacuum carpets, floors, furniture,under ALL furniture, sofa, chairs, empty the vacuum into a plastic bag OUTSIDE of your home, knot the bag and throw it in the outside trash. ALWAYS empty the vacuum cleaner after each use, ALWAYS empty it into a plastic bag, knot and throw in outside trash. Fleas can LIVE in the vacuum, they will jump out when you empty it, reason you empty it out doors. Wash all your bedding and the puppies. Buy several flea collars, cut in half, wedge them between the cushions of your sofa and living room chairs, wedge them so as the puppy cannot pull them out. If the groomer got rid of the fleas and your pup has them again, it is because you have them in your home. Vacuum, Vacuum, Vacuum, make sure you empty the vac out doors. __________________ Joan, mom to Cody RIP Matese Schnae Kajon Kia forever in my A House Is Not A Home Without A Dog

08-01-2016, 07:00 AM	#3
Maximo ♥ Maximo and Teddy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 25,047	As suggested above, keep vacuuming. Wash bedding as often as possible. When you bathe your baby, be generous with the shampoo and let it sit for a minute or two before rinsing thoroughly. You can do this with a dog-formulated shampoo. The bathing will kill active fleas and wash away the eggs. I wouldn't use a flea collar on any dog, especially not a small Yorkie. All of the flea preventatives are concerning for such a small, young pup. I would check in with the vet again because a flea infestation can lead to anemia in a pup so small. Also, flea bites can cause skin problems. My Teddy is highly allergic and has a topical med to use when he is bitten. __________________ Kristin, Max and Teddy

08-01-2016, 07:22 AM	#4
Samma23 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Wales ❤, UK Posts: 131	Indorex in the UK is only around £10. When we got our cat she was covered, no matter what we did nothing helped, I was constantly cleaning, hoovering then we found this. Follow the instructions, we had to do downstairs while we all stayed upstairs and vice versa. We also sprayed it into our Hoover's cylinder which is advised. It protects for up to 12 months. No I'm not a indorex sales person just it was a blessing for us. Good luck xx Attached Thumbnails

08-01-2016, 09:25 AM	#5
Rachael1983 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Burbs of DC Posts: 2,198	I did a flea bomb for the house (we are gone all day) after doing the suggested above. No more fleas and a happy dog. __________________ Owned by Troy(RIP) & Emma

08-01-2016, 10:59 AM	#6
trewltwisted Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Puyallup Posts: 32	I also recommend flea bombs or carpet sprays. I really hate using them, but when your pups are itchy you have to do something... I sprayed the carpets and vacuumed a lot before bringing the puppy home. If the puppy goes outside they will most likely bring fleas back with them, especially in the summer. So you have to really stay on top of it! Good luck

08-01-2016, 10:15 PM	#7
Lola7133 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: MI Posts: 44	Powder her and your house with food grade Diatomaceous earth. You can buy this online or at Tractor Supply. It's the safest thing you can to control the flea for her at that weight. Also, bath her with Dawn to choke out the flea. If and when you do, you want to pick out the flea that hide close to her eyes and ears. Do not vacuum out the Diatomaceous earth until a week. It doesn't do any harm. It will take time to dry out the flea and kill him. I hope this helps.

08-02-2016, 06:59 AM	#8
Parti Peanut YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: TX Posts: 320	All the above advice is right on. Ask your vet about Sentinel. It's for heart worms and has a flea preventative as well. Can be given to young pups and is available for pups that weigh 2 lbs. If you have a yard, you will need to spray it as well. Good luck. Fleas are miserable. __________________ Peanut Bizzie Diva

08-02-2016, 08:59 AM	#9
1014hernandez Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Montebello, CA, USA Posts: 225	Fleas These are all great suggestions, I hope it helps... Careful outdoors... __________________ "Whoever said that diamonds are a girls best friend ... Never owned a dog."