Can I Use Advantage Multi For Dogs On My Cat?

Advantage Multi

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(imidacloprid + moxidectin) provides broad-spectrum parasite protection in a convenient monthly topical application,

potentially increasing compliance for dogs and cats that may not prefer oral medications

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Can I use small dog advantage on my cat?

As far as the Advantage and Advantage II for dogs goes-

they are safe for cats in the proper dose per cat’s weight

. I’ve been doing it for years like some of you. Now Advantix and Advantage K9 for dogs are NOT to be used on cats because they are both toxic to them.

What happens if you put dog advantage on a cat?

The wrong insecticide can be lethal for a cat

. Not only are the flea and tick insecticides used in preventatives for dogs potent, they’re so potent your dog and cat should be kept separated after correct application. Cats should never, ever come in contact with dogs’ flea medications.

Can I use dog flea medicine on my cat?

The safest answer is no. We strongly recommend to carefully read the instructions of any product you intend to apply to your pet, as

many supermarket dog flea treatments are extremely toxic to cats

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Can I use advantage for large cats on a small cat?

RESTRICTIONS: Use only on cats or kittens 8 weeks and older.

Do not apply to cats or kittens weighing less than 2 lbs

. Do not use on other animals.

What is the difference between Advantage and Advantage 2 for cats?

Overview of Advantage II

It works against adult fleas but also kills their larvae, pupae, and eggs, helping with the environmental infestation.

Advantage II is an upgraded formulation that works against multiple stages of the flea life cycle, whereas original Advantage was only effective against adult fleas

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What flea treatment is safe for cats?

Oral Flea Medication for Cats

Comfortis is a prescription monthly chewable option that’s safe for cats 14 weeks of age and older and 4.1 pounds and up

. It contains the active ingredient spinosad, which kills adult fleas, and should only be given every 30 days.

Why can’t you use dog flea shampoo on cats?

You should avoid using dog shampoo on your cat, mainly because

it may contain harmful flea medication or essential oils

. If you know the shampoo doesn’t contain those ingredients, you can probably get away with using it once, but it will likely dry out your pet’s skin due to the pH difference.

Are topical flea treatments safe for cats?

Some feline flea products may include tiny doses of permethrin. This small dose is safe in most cats, but there are risks with overdosing or in ill cats

. Check carefully whether these can be given to cats before use. If in any doubt, don’t use them before speaking to your veterinarian.

Is Advantage 2 the same ingredients for cats and dogs?

Advantage II has the same ingredients for either cat or dog

, the only one you have to be worried about is Advantix for dogs, you cannot use that on cats because the active ingredient in Advantix is harmful even deadly to cats. I’ve been doing it for years.

Is Advantage 2 safe for cats?

They changed everything. The active ingredients in Advantage (imidacloprid) and Frontline (fipronil) are (or should I say were?) extremely toxic to fleas and extremely non-toxic to mammals. Crucially,

the products are non-toxic and safe for those most unique of all mammals — cats

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Can I use Frontline Plus for cats on my dog?

Yes, FRONTLINE Plus® / FRONTLINE® Spot On can be used on any breed of cat and dog

, including collies and other herding-breed dogs which can sometimes show a sensitivity to some parasite treatments.

What is the best flea treatment for cats and dogs?

• Finding the right treatment. …
• Frontline® Flea Spray for Dogs and Cats. …
• Frontline® Plus for Dogs and Cats. …
• SerestoTM Flea and Tick Collar for Dogs and Cats. …
• Capstar® Flea Control for Dogs and Cats. …
• Advantage® II for Dogs and Cats. …
• Sentry Fiproguard for Cats. …
• Effix for Dogs.

How do I get rid of fleas on my cat’s fur?

Pour a dime-sized amount of detergent onto the application area. Work the dish soap into a foamy lather in the fur and down to the skin. Make sure you are washing the skin as well as the fur; this is where the medication is absorbed. Rinse the pet off thoroughly until the water runs clear.

Which dog flea treatment is toxic to cats?

Permethrin is used in some flea spot-on products made for dogs, and occasionally (in lower doses) in flea powders and collars for cats. Unfortunately, exposure to

concentrated permethrin

(as in some dog spot-ons) can result in serious illness and even death in cats.

Can I use Advantage 2 large cat on a small cat?

RESTRICTIONS: Use only on cats or kittens 8 weeks and older.

Do not apply to cats or kittens weighing less than 2 lbs

. Do not use on other animals.

What happens if you put too much flea medicine on a cat?

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 use advantage for cats more than once a month?

One convenient application of Advantage II cat flea treatment keeps working for 1 month.

If your cat still has fleas after the 1 month, we’d recommend treatment for another month until the fleas are gone

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Which is better Revolution or Advantage Multi for cats?

Advantage Multi

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kills both immature and adult roundworms and hookworms, while REVOLUTION

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PLUS kills adult intestinal worms only

. When only adult worms are killed, your cat could still be infected.

Can I use Revolution Plus for cats on my dog?

No. You cannot use Revolution for cats to treat dogs and vice versa

. Only a pink packaging of Revolution can be used interchangeably on kittens and puppies.

Why does Advantage Multi require a prescription?

What is better Frontline or Advantage for cats?

Frontline has another chemical that also kills ticks on cats, but

Advantage is only a flea control medicine

. Both kill fleas and stop them from biting your cat within approximately three minutes. Advantage claims that fleas will be dead in 12 hours. Frontline takes approximately 18 hours to fully kill fleas.

What is the fastest way to get rid of fleas on a cat?

First,

treat your cat with a product designed to kill fleas

. Bathe your cat or kitten with a specially formulated flea shampoo to kill fleas on contact. Flea sprays can be a good option for water-averse cats. Repeat treatment as needed and recommended on the label.

What happens if cats lick flea treatment?

If an animal is able to lick the product when it is wet on the fur or scratches the area and then licks their foot,

the bitter taste of the product can cause the animal to salivate, foam at the mouth, become nauseous or vomit

. Also, some cats have been known to become agitated and run around the house.

What can I use to wash my cat if I don’t have cat shampoo?

• Baby shampoo.
• Dawn dish soap.
• Castile soap.
• Baking soda.
• Baby wipes and Pet wipes.
• Oatmeal DIY shampoo.
• Cornstarch.
• DIY dry shampoo.

Is dog shampoo okay for cats?

An important reason

you should never use dog shampoo on a cat

is because it may contain permethrin. This is an insecticide and it is poisonous to cats. If the cat has any wounds or sores, then coming into contact with permethrin can be dangerous.

Can you use dog dry shampoo on cats?

There are two main problems with using dog shampoo on cats. One is that

dog shampoos may contain ingredients that are toxic to cats

. Common shampoo ingredients that are toxic to cats include permethrin and essential oils. Permethrin is a topical pesticide that’s often added to flea shampoos and spot-ons for dogs.