The increasing popularity
of topical flea and tick prevention products is a relatively new trend for this category.
With the start of flea and tick season approaching, pet owners are once again wondering about the safety
of topical flea and tick products and many have contacted Pet Poison Helpline looking for answers.
After you clean your dog you should apply some kind
of topical flea treatment to prevent a re-infestation.
News Bites — EPA investigating toxicity
of topical flea products — Irradiated cat food sickens Australian cats...
For this reason, a few manufacturers
of topical flea and tick products, such as The Hartz Mountain Corporation, have starting using the same active ingredients for both cat and dog products to help reduce the likelihood of accidental exposure in multi-species households.
Most pet owners complained of live fleas present despite the application
of topical flea control.
Associations have also been made between the development of TCC and the use
of topical flea products and tick dips.
Note that
all of the topical flea products are subject to wash - off when using anti-seborrheic (anti-dandruff) shampoos, or when frequent bathing or swimming are part of your pet's routine.
Fleas bite, especially in warm weather, but use
of topical flea - control products can help.
Every summer season, the debate rages on about the considerable dangers
of topical flea and tick products.
Answer: I would really need to know the type / active ingredient
of the topical flea & tick treatment.
The introduction
of topical flea medications has given many pets relief, but recently these medications have become less effective.
Some of the topical flea products available from your veterinarian for flea control are also effective for ticks.
In dogs or households where ear mites have been a problem, the use
of topical flea medications, such as Frontline, can help to prevent recurrence of mites in the home.
This article from the Veterinary Information Network titled «Lawsuits proliferate against makers
of topical flea and tick products» is a must read for better understanding of what is happening and also looks at one of the victims who later filed a lawsuit against one of the flea and tick treatment manufacturers.
Not exact matches
Research has shown the claims for healing properties Comfrey root treatments, in salves, compresses and other
topical applications, are very effective in treating dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, viral skin infections, ulcers
of the lower leg, burns,
flea and insect bites and just about any skin irritation.
Through extensive research and trials while developing her line, Ritchie, who holds a doctorate in organic chemistry, recognized the dangers
of aggressive
topical flea treatments.
Though
flea and tick collars have remained a trusted method
of parasite prevention,
topical treatments applied directly to a pet's skin are at the forefront
of the market.
You want to be sure that
fleas are not a problem by using any one
of the recommended
topical and oral products that are available.
Topical flea treatments — such as Advantage, FRONTLINE and Vectra — have been the main form
of treatment for the past decade, but oral
flea preventives — such as Comfortis — have been an additional help for pets who can not tolerate the spot - on treatments.
This is for
topical application and kills up to 75 percent
of fleas, eggs, and ticks.
So use one
of the newer monthly
topical flea control products.
Unique to K9Advantix, in addition to killing all stages
of the
flea life cycle, the company that makes it claims that the product repels the
fleas to begin with The adult
fleas typically do not have a chance to bite the animal with these
topical products making them a good choices for
flea - allergic pets.
The best way to keep
fleas and ticks off
of your cat for a month or more is to use a
topical preventative like Advantage II or PetArmor.
Many dogs develop allergic reactions to fleabites and require constant treatment with products such as Advantage or Revolution
topical insecticides that kill 99.9 %
of fleas within 24 hours
of an infestation.
NexGard, first
of its kind, is an oral
flea and tick preventative that effectively kills
fleas and 3 types
of ticks (the American dog tick, the black - legged tick, and the Lone Star tick), and it's a great alternative to other
flea and tick preventatives like
topicals and collars.
Oral or
topical products can even be used just through the worst part
of the
flea season, as long as you continue to treat the yard monthly, all year long.
There are also a number
of pets that show skin irritation and hair loss at the points where some
topical flea / tick drops are applied.
To avoid any
of these scoundrels from attacking your blithe buddy, use Hartz ® UltraGuard Plus ®
Topical Flea and Tick Prevention for Dogs and Puppies monthly to eliminate
fleas and ticks in 15 minutes and prevent them from returning for up to 30 days.
Once a month
topical medications, such as Frontline Plus For Dogs, Advantage
Flea Control, Revolution, and Sentinel are some
of the top products available.
A popular form
of heartworm control Advantage Multi for Dogs is a onceamonth
topical solution using two different types
of medicine to ward off and kill
fleas mites and intestinal parasites Advantage Multi also helps with heartworm control Lasting for 30 days Advantage Multi
flea treatment is waterproof to help guarantee that you get every last one
of those days regardless about rain or impromptu swimming sessions Safe to use on puppies seven weeks and older and three pounds and up protect your dog today with Advantage Multi
We offer a variety
of flea products, including
topical and oral, as well as sprays and collars.
Promeris ® (dogs) is a
topical, waterproof spot on application for the control
of fleas and ticks in dogs.
Revolution ® (Selamectin) is a
topical insecticide used for the treatment and prevention
of fleas, ear mites, some internal parasites, and some types
of mites and ticks; and the prevention
of heartworm disease.
Naturally (no pun intended), feeding a fresh, whole diet including lots
of meat and bones is an important step, as is avoiding vaccinations, drugs, worm medications and
topical flea and tick products.
A
topical well - known
flea preventative in a tube caused our last Cocker Spaniel a host
of side effects and issues, so we opt not to prevent
fleas and ticks in this fashion.
The majority
of over-the-counter
topical flea control products are simply a
topical version
of pesticides.
There are many
topical products on the market, but only a few are truly effective in providing lasting control
of fleas.
Selamectin lufenuron * is a once - monthly
topical liquid applied to the skin at the back
of the neck and sold as a preventative for heartworm and to control
fleas (by preventing
flea eggs from hatching, but it does not kill adults) plus sarcoptic and ear - mites in dogs.
Additionally, Dr. Melinda recommends either Hartz ® UltraGuard Pro ® or Hartz ® UltraGuard Plus ® lines
of topical drops, collars and In Home products which also contain ingredients that break the
flea life cycle.
This
topical product is for the treatment and prevention
of fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, biting flies, and lice.
Most
of the over-the-counter
topical flea control products are a
topical form
of older pesticides.
Nowadays, the main way to deal with a
flea problem is with the application
of a
topical medication which kills adult
fleas quickly and completely, and which inhibits the growth
of immature
fleas, preventing the recurrence
of the infestation.
Today's
flea control products consist
of topical liquids which provide the rapid and effective extermination
of adult
fleas.
Yes, unfortunately some
of the older
topical flea products do not work near as well as they used to for dogs and cats.
According to http://www.bayerdvm.com/, this
topical contains an adulticide (imidacloprid) and an insect growth regulator (pyriproxyfen) to kill all life stages
of fleas.
Another method
of flea treatment is known as
topical, which means it comes from a tube like toothpaste and is applied to either the neck or back
of your dog.
Advantage Multiâ «cents for Cats (10 % imidacloprid / l % moxidectin) is a once - a-month
topical solution for the prevention
of heartworm disease, kills adult
fleas, and is indicated for the treatment
of flea infestations, as well as the treatment and control
of ear mite infestations and intestinal parasite infections in cats and kittens that are nine weeks
of age and older and that weigh at least two pounds.
These types
of shampoos are ineffective and not even necessary if you are using a
topical flea treatment ointment.
Also effective is the monthly use
of a
topical product that kills
fleas and ticks.