How soon can I give my dog another flea treatment?

The known safe answer is to wait the period of time the product is supposed to work, typically 30 days, before reapplying. An alternative is to bathe the pet in a detergent shampoo (meant to strip off skin oils) and reapply after 24 hours.

Can I use Frontline on my dog more than once a month?

How often should I use FRONTLINE PLUS? Treat all your dogs and cats every month for optimal flea control. When applied correctly, FRONTLINE PLUS remains active against fleas for at least one month.

How often can you give your dog flea medicine?

Flea sprays are used directly on your dog but must be designed for animals. Never use a household flea spray on your pet. Pet flea sprays kill fleas but may need to be re-applied from as often as every few days to every few weeks.

Can you overdose a dog on flea treatment?

Common signs of toxicity from flea products containing organophosphates are diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, small pupils, muscle tremor, weakness or falling over, and drooling. Organophosphate toxicity can be rapidly fatal, depending on the ingredients and dose the pet is exposed to.

Can you double up on flea treatment?

Never double up on products. There’s no need to pair a powder with a spot-on treatment. 3. Wear gloves, or wash your hands with soap and water after you apply the drug.

Can I reapply frontline after 2 weeks?

Yes, if after two weeks the flea preventive you applied isn’t working, you can reapply flea treatment early, or switch to another brand.

Can I put two doses of flea treatment on my dog?

Dr. Danielle Wassink, DVM says that’s not a good idea because it could result in an overdose. “You wouldn’t want to give them an extra dose early,” Wassink says. “They usually still have killing power, it just may be a little bit slower.”

Can you apply flea medicine twice?

A flea infestation on your pet or in your home can be difficult and frustrating to deal with. Yes, if after two weeks the flea preventive you applied isn’t working, you can reapply flea treatment early, or switch to another brand.

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.

Can I use multiple Flea and tick products on my Dog?

Don’t use multiple flea and tick products on your dog as this increases the risk of overdose. Make sure you choose a medication and dosage that’s appropriate for a dog in your pet’s weight range. Never treat your pet with a product that isn’t intended for use on animals.

Is it safe to give flea medication to my Pet?

Preventing fleas and treating infestations quickly is no doubt essential, but it’s important to exercise caution when giving flea medication to your pet. Most flea and tick medications are topical drugs that can be applied to the skin and contain pyrethrins or pyrethroids.

Can I give my Dog Capstar for fleas?

Yes, if after two weeks the one you applied isn’t working, you can reapply flea treatment early, or switch to another brand. I recommend using Advantage or Revolution. If you are seeing fleas on Mia now, you can give her Capstar. It’s a one time pill that starts killing fleas in 30 minutes, and it safe to use with a spot on treatment.