How long does flea treatment take to work on dogs?

Although it may happen a lot quicker it can take up to 24 hours for fleas jumping onto your pet to be killed. There are no flea products that stop fleas from jumping onto pets. This means that regardless of the licensed flea treatment you use – you may still see fleas on your pet until the flea product kills it.

Can I flea my dog twice in a month?

Yes, if after two weeks the flea preventive you applied isn’t working, you can reapply flea treatment early, or switch to another brand. I recommend using Advantix or a chewable prescription product from your vet, like Bravecto, Nexgard, Simparica, or Credelio.

What happens if you put flea treatment in the wrong place?

A 5 on Your Side Investigation last fall found the potential dangers of popular spot-on flea and tick treatments. Millions of pet owners use them, because they’re easy and effective. But used improperly, they can cause cats and dogs to vomit, have seizures and in extreme cases, they might not survive.

Why is my dog scratching after flea treatment?

It’s fairly typical after you’ve applied Itch Flea for there to be a period of hyperactivity amongst the fleas as the product takes effect, and this can cause an increase in itching. It should settle down though after 24 hours.

Is it hard to get rid of fleas on dogs?

Once you see fleas on your pet, it’s going to be more difficult to get them off than if you were using the medicine as protection before the pests showed up. Many vets encourage owners to use flea medication year round, but if you want, you can also begin treatment a few months before the peak flea season beings.

Can I give my Dog a bath after using flea treatment?

If you don’t have a flea shampoo, even a bath with regular dog shampoo will get rid of most of the fleas on your dog. If you have just put Frontline Plus on your pooch, though, wait at least 48 hours before giving him a bath.

Can I reapply flea treatment to my Dog early?

Keep the tube squeezed so the liquid isn’t sucked back into the tube. Make sure the tube is empty. While you can reapply flea treatment early in some cases, you should talk to your veterinarian to find the best and most effective flea treatment for your pet.

What can I give my Dog for fleas at 3 weeks?

At week three or four, try giving your dog a Capstar pill. This medication is safe to use with Frontline Plus and works like an internal flea bomb. It will kill all of the adult fleas on your dog for a full 24 hours and will help the Frontline Plus continue to work before the time that you can reapply it.