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What do you use instead of Frontline plus r/o? Second time Scarlett has had a reaction to Frontline Plus and this time, I only put a single drop-if that on her. It wasn't as bad as the thirty minutes of running around like a crazy dog and rolling like the last time (put on too soon after grooming and used a full dose for 6 pound dog). I really think I shouldn't use it (is that a duh?). From what I've read about Advantix, it may cause a similar reaction though I guess I should try it. Two doses is $32! That's an expensive trial! I guess my question is, is there anything else out there that is safe AND works? My neighbor likes Sonesto or whatever that collar is. I bought an herbal spray to use until I figure something out. Do I even need to use anything in the winter? Help! I can't bear to have my furbaby think I'm hurting her when I put that stuff on! :mad: |
Here I use advantix on both of my dogs and only in the summer period. Never had a problem with ticks during the cold periods (I don't use it during these periods). |
I use revolution, it has a dose for 5lbs and under and had heartworm meds. The only downside is it isn't as good for ticks. |
Advantix II is the only thing that works here. Please don't use any kind of collar those are just not safe. |
I use revolution also but have heard good reviews on capstar. I believe it is a spinosad base which as A garden related bug deterant is omri certified organic. Again, I haven't used it myself but the reviews from folks I have spoken to are very positive. |
I put 15 drops of tea tree oil into a bottle of their regular shampoo to keep fleas away.The bottle is 250ml.Works wonderfully. Itīs antiseptic and antibacterial also, so it keeps their skin healthy too. |
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I read this too. If it is , I wonder why it is used in dog products .. I have seen it in dog shampoo.. |
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I found this info on Tea Tree Oil.. Tea Tree Oil and Dogs, Tea Tree Oil and Cats |
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15 drops in a bottle of shampoo is nothing (just enough to keep the fleas away) and it keeps their skin very healthy.Infact, when Milo was scatching due to his allergies, weīd wipe down the scabs with tea-tree oil and water and within a day they were gone and heīd stop scratching.It was a godsend back then too, it was the only thing that calmed his sore skin. Iīve never had a single issue with it and it does a way better job with fleas than any products weīve tried.Advantix made mine scratch for DAYS, spot-on made their fur dry etc. I donīt know..it canīt be that toxic when itīs used it all different brands of shampoos for dogs and LOTS of people use it neat for skin issues etc. I love it :) |
Tea tree toxicity is Kind of like garlic I guess. Much more serious adversity for cats and marketed across the board in pet products. Though it can be very dangerous to some animals it can be just the thing another needs. I think dosage amount has a lot to do with it and of course being aware of your dogs personal tolerance and what 'the norm' is for them so you can be aware of a reaction if one should occur. |
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We use revolution with good results. We also occasionally use a Capstar, such as it we have been to a dog show or a motel room where more flea exposure may occur. |
Can you skip the "plus" and just use a regular flea treatment? Do you have a severe tick problem? I don't use tick treatment for Gracie even though we do have ticks in the area. When I walk her I keep her out of the tick infested areas and I run a flea comb through her to check for fleas and ticks after we come home from a walk. There is no reason to put your dog through the extra stress of the additional pesticide for ticks unless your dog runs in a highly infested area frequently. The tick pesticides do not prevent ticks from getting on your dog and burrowing in. It kills them eventually I guess but not quick enough. We used Frontlline Plus from our cats a couple of summers ago because we were having a particularly bad summer with ticks. They would go out in the fields and woods and come home with ticks on them. It seemed like the ticks loved that Frontline Plus. The cats would still have fully engorged ticks on them despite the fact that we used the stuff all summer. I don't bother with it anymore. I just meet them at the door with my flea comb and tick puller. We haven't had hardly any problem this year. I hope it stays that way. |
Do you have a tick or flea problem? I haven't used flea/tick meds in months... I just haven't been seeing any. I used Advantix on him in May and June which is when ticks seems to be the worse. But yeah I haven't the rest of the summer... I typically only apply when absolutely necessary (unlike Heartworm meds, of course, which I give monthly). |
My little Yorkie does the same thing . Rolls on her back and goes crazy. She only weighs 5 lbs and is full grown. I can't let her out in the yard it is too big, not fenced and backs up to a woods. She is trained on P pads. I stopped using it. The Vet wanted to give her a pill but I read up on it and didn't like it. I don't worry about fleas and ticks, she isn't around pets or outside but the med had Heartworm protection. I don't know what to do. |
dog I use revolution and have not had a reaction or problem with it. I do not want my dogs vomiting after I give them a med like Triflexis. I will continue to use Revolution since it is pretty safe and no side effects I noticed. |
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Same here. I used 2 or 3 capstar pills back in May & June, but haven't seen a flea or tick since then. I prefer to take a wait and see approach when it comes to fleas. Why treat for something that isn't a problem? |
I use Comfortis pill, but don't have to use it monthly, just occasionally if they pick up some fleas. Frontline does not work at all for me and I hate the yucky residue on their hair that gets on me, granddaughter, my furniture, bedding, and everything else, plus makes their hair look greasy. Capstar is also good for a quick elimination of any mature fleas, but not for eggs, and no preventative effect. |
I would run a flea comb through your dog at least once a week even if you have an indoor dog. Fleas can come in on your clothing or other items. One flea can lay thousands of eggs. One flea can create a big problem inside a home. You won't see fleas on your dog when they first start an infestation. They stay close to the skin and can't be detected. By the time you find one you could already be facing a big problem. If your dog does not have allergies but has itching keep a look out for the little things. Flea combs can detect and help eliminate them before you have a real problem. |
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I have read that some dogs have had toxic reactions to tea tree oil but it is one of those things that some will react to while others don't. Anyone thinking of using it on their pet's should be very careful when first introducing it to their dog. Maybe use just a little bit and watch for a reaction before deciding to go with a bath or something that could create a bad reaction. Essential oils can be really helpful but they are strong so you want to make sure before going all out with one. If you do a search online you will find several different natural remedies for fleas. |
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