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Ldyrev1 · 03-11-2013, 07:05 PM

Hi Everyone, I have seen posts on various types of flea & tick meds and I have a question...

I have used a topical med on my dogs previously until the end of last year when I had a conversation with one of our vet techs where I asked about the effectiveness of the product when it says that I can give the dog a bath (I think) after 24 - 48 hours. My vet tech told me that I needed to leave it on all month for it to be effective otherwise I was just washing off the product.

Because I don't want to do that, I plan on talking with my Vet about a different type of flea med and will be asking about a pill type med.

I wondered if anyone else was leaving the topical on their dogs for a full month without washing? I just don't believe anyone is doing that. Am I mistaken??

107barney · 03-11-2013, 07:09 PM

I use topical flea meds (Frontline for the boys and Revolution for my female). I don't bathe them for two days before and two days after application. It lasts all month.

kjc · 03-11-2013, 07:24 PM

I use Revolution and bathe after 2 hours of application (as it states on the package). Different products have different time requirements, but none that I know of say to leave on all month long.

(Your vet tech needs retraining!)

Ldyrev1 · 03-11-2013, 07:27 PM

You see...that's what we were using but out vet tech said differently. I was sure that when we first started using Frontline, we followed the same routine as what you listed and I didn't think anything of it. I was really surprised to hear that same tech tell me I needed to leave it on all month, till the next treatment. I just can't do that. I can't stand the greasy feeling. I think I'm gonna have to talk to the vet again!!

P-Nut Mom · 03-11-2013, 07:58 PM

We just switched from Trifexsis (pill) to Advantage Multi after hearing that the pill may be causing issues in small breeds. The front desk people at the vet said to only bathe P-Nut 2x a month or we'd be washing the topical off. Let me just say that will not work for us.

So I went to the manufacturer and they said the dog can bathe/swim 90 minutes after application; the product will still be effective. We did our first application today - we'll see how it goes!

kjc · 03-11-2013, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

You see...that's what we were using but out vet tech said differently. I was sure that when we first started using Frontline, we followed the same routine as what you listed and I didn't think anything of it. I was really surprised to hear that same tech tell me I needed to leave it on all month, till the next treatment. I just can't do that. I can't stand the greasy feeling. I think I'm gonna have to talk to the vet again!!

The topical products work by being absorbed into the skin. As for Revolution, leaving it on longer than two hours will not accomplish any stronger/longer protection, because the maximum dosage has been all absorbed after that amount of time. You can lessen the protection by washing it off sooner, which you would want to do if your pup has any unexpected reaction to the product, but once it's left on for the required amount of time, they've gotten the full dose.

Ldyrev1 · 03-12-2013, 07:05 AM

I thought "Revolution" was in pill form.

kjc · 03-12-2013, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

I thought "Revolution" was in pill form.

No, it's topical... I prefer it bc it's a single chemical as opposed to a combo and it also takes care of Heartworm at the same time.... so my pups don't have to take two different products (and I only have to buy one product!) and I also treat my cats with it. (under vet instructions/supervision)

rubymoon2072 · 03-12-2013, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by kjc

No, it's topical... I prefer it bc it's a single chemical as opposed to a combo and it also takes care of Heartworm at the same time.... so my pups don't have to take two different products (and I only have to buy one product!) and I also treat my cats with it. (under vet instructions/supervision)

i use revolution also and for the same reasons but also frontline plus and advantix ii were no longer working for me. i didnt realize i could wash them after two hours though i need to reread my directions...thanks

Ldyrev1 · 03-12-2013, 09:03 AM

I had mentioned "Revolution" to my Vet and she said they really don't like to treat for things that aren't a concern in our area and we could talk more about it in the near future. I believe Sophie's next appointment will be the right time so I was looking for some input from others here.

So do I understand that there is no "pill" or "chewable" that I can give Sophie for flea & tick prevention??

P-Nut Mom · 03-12-2013, 09:38 AM

There are pills, but as you say not for fleas AND ticks as far as I know. Both (Trifexis and Sentinel) that P-Nut was previously on were for fleas, etc. and not ticks( Trifexis, has been a subject of concern here, so we took him off of it. There are a couple of Yorkie owners on here whose vets will not prescribe it for the smaller dogs).

Ldyrev1 · 03-12-2013, 09:42 AM

All this info is appreciated. Our Vet and I should have a very enlightening conversation at our next appointment.
Thanks everyone!!!

kjc · 03-12-2013, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

I had mentioned "Revolution" to my Vet and she said they really don't like to treat for things that aren't a concern in our area and we could talk more about it in the near future. I believe Sophie's next appointment will be the right time so I was looking for some input from others here.

So do I understand that there is no "pill" or "chewable" that I can give Sophie for flea & tick prevention??

American Heartworm Society | What Is Heartworm Disease?

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http://www.heartwormsociety.org/down...e-Map-2010.pdf

Ldyrev1 · 03-12-2013, 10:58 AM

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American Heartworm Society | What Is Heartworm Disease?

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http://www.heartwormsociety.org/down...e-Map-2010.pdf

She is already on heartworm meds...I'm wondering about flea and tick meds. Thanks!

kjc · 03-12-2013, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

I had mentioned "Revolution" to my Vet and she said they really don't like to treat for things that aren't a concern in our area and we could talk more about it in the near future. I believe Sophie's next appointment will be the right time so I was looking for some input from others here.

So do I understand that there is no "pill" or "chewable" that I can give Sophie for flea & tick prevention??

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Originally Posted by Ldyrev1

She is already on heartworm meds...I'm wondering about flea and tick meds. Thanks!

Hehe... okay... I'm confused

(see bolded statement above)

03-11-2013, 07:05 PM	#1
Ldyrev1 Princess Sophie's Choice Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Clinton, IL, DeWitt County Posts: 2,758	Flea & Tick Med Question Hi Everyone, I have seen posts on various types of flea & tick meds and I have a question... I have used a topical med on my dogs previously until the end of last year when I had a conversation with one of our vet techs where I asked about the effectiveness of the product when it says that I can give the dog a bath (I think) after 24 - 48 hours. My vet tech told me that I needed to leave it on all month for it to be effective otherwise I was just washing off the product. Because I don't want to do that, I plan on talking with my Vet about a different type of flea med and will be asking about a pill type med. I wondered if anyone else was leaving the topical on their dogs for a full month without washing? I just don't believe anyone is doing that. Am I mistaken?? __________________ Diane owned and loved by Hansel and Princess Sophie

03-11-2013, 07:09 PM	#2
107barney T. Bumpkins & Co. Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New England Posts: 9,816	I use topical flea meds (Frontline for the boys and Revolution for my female). I don't bathe them for two days before and two days after application. It lasts all month. __________________ T. Bumpkins & Co. Washable Doggie Pee Pads (Save 10% Enter YTSAVE10 at checkout) Cathy, Teddy, Winston and Baby Clyde...RIP angels Barney and Daisy

03-11-2013, 07:24 PM	#3
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,869	I use Revolution and bathe after 2 hours of application (as it states on the package). Different products have different time requirements, but none that I know of say to leave on all month long. (Your vet tech needs retraining!) __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

03-11-2013, 07:27 PM	#4
Ldyrev1 Princess Sophie's Choice Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Clinton, IL, DeWitt County Posts: 2,758	You see...that's what we were using but out vet tech said differently. I was sure that when we first started using Frontline, we followed the same routine as what you listed and I didn't think anything of it. I was really surprised to hear that same tech tell me I needed to leave it on all month, till the next treatment. I just can't do that. I can't stand the greasy feeling. I think I'm gonna have to talk to the vet again!! __________________ Diane owned and loved by Hansel and Princess Sophie

03-12-2013, 07:05 AM	#7
Ldyrev1 Princess Sophie's Choice Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Clinton, IL, DeWitt County Posts: 2,758	I thought "Revolution" was in pill form. __________________ Diane owned and loved by Hansel and Princess Sophie

03-11-2013, 07:58 PM	#5
P-Nut Mom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Willow Glen/San Jose, CA Posts: 684	We just switched from Trifexsis (pill) to Advantage Multi after hearing that the pill may be causing issues in small breeds. The front desk people at the vet said to only bathe P-Nut 2x a month or we'd be washing the topical off. Let me just say that will not work for us. So I went to the manufacturer and they said the dog can bathe/swim 90 minutes after application; the product will still be effective. We did our first application today - we'll see how it goes!

03-12-2013, 09:03 AM	#10
Ldyrev1 Princess Sophie's Choice Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Clinton, IL, DeWitt County Posts: 2,758	I had mentioned "Revolution" to my Vet and she said they really don't like to treat for things that aren't a concern in our area and we could talk more about it in the near future. I believe Sophie's next appointment will be the right time so I was looking for some input from others here. So do I understand that there is no "pill" or "chewable" that I can give Sophie for flea & tick prevention?? __________________ Diane owned and loved by Hansel and Princess Sophie

03-12-2013, 09:38 AM	#11
P-Nut Mom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Willow Glen/San Jose, CA Posts: 684	There are pills, but as you say not for fleas AND ticks as far as I know. Both (Trifexis and Sentinel) that P-Nut was previously on were for fleas, etc. and not ticks( Trifexis, has been a subject of concern here, so we took him off of it. There are a couple of Yorkie owners on here whose vets will not prescribe it for the smaller dogs). Last edited by P-Nut Mom; 03-12-2013 at 09:41 AM.

03-12-2013, 09:42 AM	#12
Ldyrev1 Princess Sophie's Choice Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Clinton, IL, DeWitt County Posts: 2,758	All this info is appreciated. Our Vet and I should have a very enlightening conversation at our next appointment. Thanks everyone!!! __________________ Diane owned and loved by Hansel and Princess Sophie