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07-26-2006, 04:09 PM | #1 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005
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| What is flea dipping? I have never heard this term... Could someone explain? Is it the same as flea treatment you get at the grocery store? |
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07-26-2006, 04:38 PM | #2 |
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| It is a strong product that is to be diluted and then your dog is dipped in it to kill fleas. It can be done professionally also. I have never done it and never will, it can be deadly. |
07-26-2006, 05:39 PM | #3 |
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| I remember reading somewhere that flea dipping increases the risk of cancer. |
07-26-2006, 05:47 PM | #4 |
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| Flea dipping used to be done routinely, before Frontline and other such products. With the availoability of these newer safer products, I have no idea why it is even done anymore. It isn't even that effective long term. I even use Fontline sparingly. I use it once in the spring, and then will only use it again if I find a flea or tic. Most years, one treatment is all it takes. |
07-26-2006, 07:24 PM | #5 | |
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07-26-2006, 09:34 PM | #6 |
Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Silverton Oregon
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| I am still surprised we get calls at our grooming shop almost every day, someone wanting to know if we do flea dips. I tell them it is deadly especially for a yorkie. Even the flea drop products can be divided for your yorkie, most of the small doses go up to 20 pounds so you can use it on 4 dogs. It will save you a lot of money. If you dont have four dogs just tape it closed till the next time. No dipping ever. Debbie Ray www.sumtoiyorkies |
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