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capt_noonie · 12-05-2014, 11:22 AM

Why not?

dkmaster · 12-05-2014, 12:59 PM

I've also heard that Comfortis has killed many small dogs so even though we had a rough time this summer with my 2 yorkiepoos and my 1 yorkie, I decided not to use it. I'm too afraid of something happening to my babies even though the scratching was driving me nuts. I did try most of the remedies listed above throughout the summer. Things are a little better now that it's not so hot. The weird thing is, I never saw any fleas in my house, nor were there any in the flea trap we bought. I did find a couple on the dogs but not many.

dawn27 · 12-05-2014, 02:49 PM

I only used the Comfortis once and it worked great. Cut the fleas down considerably. We used it as instructed with no problems or side effects.

Just when I though we were through with this crap . . Here it is mid winter freezing temp and I am still finding the occasional flea. It looks like its time for another flea bath and a thorough cleaning of the carpets !! Believe me I will not be so lax this spring and let these stupid fleas invade my pups and my home. Its very frustrating and we were miserable.

ladyjane · 12-06-2014, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by dawn27

I only used the Comfortis once and it worked great. Cut the fleas down considerably. We used it as instructed with no problems or side effects.

Just when I though we were through with this crap . . Here it is mid winter freezing temp and I am still finding the occasional flea. It looks like its time for another flea bath and a thorough cleaning of the carpets !! Believe me I will not be so lax this spring and let these stupid fleas invade my pups and my home. Its very frustrating and we were miserable.

They have already invaded. I seriously doubt you will get rid of them without calling an exterminator.

dawn27 · 12-06-2014, 10:54 AM

I just put the flea trap up because there were no fleas in it for more than three weeks. I'll set it up and see if I find any. Hoping this will be the end of this horrible infestation of these little blood sucking monsters . . .Wish us luck !! :/

ladyjane · 12-06-2014, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by capt_noonie

Why not?

Google comfortis dog issues

chachi · 12-06-2014, 01:56 PM

You seem to be afraid to use an exterminator. I wanted to reassure youu I used to have one come in all the time and they have chemicals that are safe around children and pets

chachi · 12-06-2014, 02:04 PM

You seem to be afraid to use an exterminator. I wanted to reassure youu I used to have one come in all the time and they have chemicals that are safe around children and pets

dawn27 · 12-07-2014, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chachi

You seem to be afraid to use an exterminator. I wanted to reassure youu I used to have one come in all the time and they have chemicals that are safe around children and pets

That is good to know since I am not a huge fan of using chemicals so that would be a last resort... and certainly something that can not be done in mid winter for just a few fleas. I am thinking that the Comfortis may still be present which is preventing them from become a huge issue but I could be wrong. Could just be do to the frigid temps outside or the topical treatment I applied three weeks ago after another flea bath.

Thanks

ladyjane · 12-07-2014, 02:48 PM

They are living in your home. Winter or summer, matters not/

Can your pet get fleas in winter? | Flea, Ticks & Wormers | Dogs | MedicAnimal.com

ladyjane · 12-07-2014, 02:49 PM

Winter is the Best Time to Fight Fleas | Canidae Blog

This link says that winter is the best time to rid your home of fleas.

dawn27 · 12-07-2014, 04:56 PM

I will look over the info... thanks ! Any info on how to finally get rid of them will be much appreciated.

Graneet · 12-07-2014, 06:44 PM

There is a yard spray you put on a hose and spray outside worked great for me once

chestermama · 12-07-2014, 10:53 PM

I had fleas after chester and I moved to a different place and after several months I had fleas, I done everything vacuumed every day, flea comb, frontline still had fleas. I called flea busters and after 2 weeks no fleas, it is put into your carpet and lasts for a year unless you get your carpet wet, you can order it online. I have them come out once a year and hardly every have a flea

12-05-2014, 11:22 AM	#31
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12-05-2014, 02:49 PM	#33
dawn27 2+2=4 X the Love ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Bean Town Ohio Posts: 9,456 Blog Entries: 1	I only used the Comfortis once and it worked great. Cut the fleas down considerably. We used it as instructed with no problems or side effects. Just when I though we were through with this crap . . Here it is mid winter freezing temp and I am still finding the occasional flea. It looks like its time for another flea bath and a thorough cleaning of the carpets !! Believe me I will not be so lax this spring and let these stupid fleas invade my pups and my home. Its very frustrating and we were miserable. __________________ Mommy to: Quincy, & Ruby Bella / Miah & Brandi Gone but Never Forgotten Visit: Bella Dawns for all of your Custom Pet Wear needs.

12-06-2014, 10:54 AM	#35
dawn27 2+2=4 X the Love ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Bean Town Ohio Posts: 9,456 Blog Entries: 1	I just put the flea trap up because there were no fleas in it for more than three weeks. I'll set it up and see if I find any. Hoping this will be the end of this horrible infestation of these little blood sucking monsters . . .Wish us luck !! :/ __________________ Mommy to: Quincy, & Ruby Bella / Miah & Brandi Gone but Never Forgotten Visit: Bella Dawns for all of your Custom Pet Wear needs.

12-06-2014, 01:56 PM	#37
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	You seem to be afraid to use an exterminator. I wanted to reassure youu I used to have one come in all the time and they have chemicals that are safe around children and pets __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

12-06-2014, 02:04 PM	#38
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	You seem to be afraid to use an exterminator. I wanted to reassure youu I used to have one come in all the time and they have chemicals that are safe around children and pets __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

12-05-2014, 12:59 PM	#32
dkmaster YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: san diego Posts: 4	I've also heard that Comfortis has killed many small dogs so even though we had a rough time this summer with my 2 yorkiepoos and my 1 yorkie, I decided not to use it. I'm too afraid of something happening to my babies even though the scratching was driving me nuts. I did try most of the remedies listed above throughout the summer. Things are a little better now that it's not so hot. The weird thing is, I never saw any fleas in my house, nor were there any in the flea trap we bought. I did find a couple on the dogs but not many.

12-07-2014, 02:48 PM	#40
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	They are living in your home. Winter or summer, matters not/ Can your pet get fleas in winter? \| Flea, Ticks & Wormers \| Dogs \| MedicAnimal.com __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP

12-07-2014, 02:49 PM	#41
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	Winter is the Best Time to Fight Fleas \| Canidae Blog This link says that winter is the best time to rid your home of fleas. __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP

12-07-2014, 04:56 PM	#42
dawn27 2+2=4 X the Love ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Bean Town Ohio Posts: 9,456 Blog Entries: 1	I will look over the info... thanks ! Any info on how to finally get rid of them will be much appreciated. __________________ Mommy to: Quincy, & Ruby Bella / Miah & Brandi Gone but Never Forgotten Visit: Bella Dawns for all of your Custom Pet Wear needs.

12-07-2014, 06:44 PM	#43
Graneet YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Marion ohio Posts: 476 Blog Entries: 2	There is a yard spray you put on a hose and spray outside worked great for me once

12-07-2014, 10:53 PM	#44
chestermama YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: washington Posts: 3,383 Blog Entries: 1	I had fleas after chester and I moved to a different place and after several months I had fleas, I done everything vacuumed every day, flea comb, frontline still had fleas. I called flea busters and after 2 weeks no fleas, it is put into your carpet and lasts for a year unless you get your carpet wet, you can order it online. I have them come out once a year and hardly every have a flea