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 overdose a dog with 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 I give my dog two doses of flea medicine?
Never use multiple flea medications on your pet, unless directed to do so by your veterinarian
. Fleas can be a very frustrating problem, and some medications may not produce immediate effects.
Can I give my dog flea medicine 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. This recommendation is unrelated to Petco or PetCoach.
Can I use Frontline every 2 weeks?
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.
If you are in a paralysis tick area, apply FRONTLINE PLUS FOR DOGS every 2 weeks to provide paralysis tick control for your dog
.
Can you overdose a dog on Frontline Plus?
While they’re typically safe if administered according to instructions,
if your pet overdoses on medication or has an adverse reaction, they can suffer difficult breathing, seizures, and potentially life-threatening consequences.
Can you double up on flea medicine?
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.
What happens if you apply Frontline too soon?
Symptoms of toxicity can include
twitching, hypersalivation, trembling and seizures
. If you start to see tremors shortly after applying the flea treatment, the best thing to do is bathe Fluffy or Fido in lukewarm water with a gentle dish soap like Dawn or Palmolive.
Why does my dog act weird after flea treatment?
The ingredients in a flea medicine can be an allergen to certain dogs and behaving weird
could be due to an allergic reaction
. Wounds: if the dog has a wound on their skin near where the pipette has been administered, it is possible the toxicity can cause a reaction.
Why does my dog keep getting fleas even after treatment?
Not treating often enough
Fleas go through a life cycle of egg, larvae, pupae and adult. Most flea treatments just kill adult fleas, but fleas can continue to emerge for months after you think an infestation has ended. When a newly emerged female flea finds a host, she can lay eggs within one day.
Can I give my dog two doses of Frontline?
The minimum time to wait between two treatments of FRONTLINE HomeGard® is 6 months
. It is not necessary to use FRONTLINE HomeGard® repeatedly, if you are regularly treating your cat or dog with an effective flea and tick treatment such as FRONTLINE® spot-on products.
Can I give my dog 2 doses of advantage?
Do not apply more than one tube per treatment
, even for larger dogs. Under normal conditions, one dose will last 4 weeks. However, in severe infestations, it may be necessary to retreat the dog earlier in order to attain control.
Can you apply Advantix every two weeks?
Can I apply K9 Advantix® II more than once a month?
A single application of K9 Advantix® II remains effective for four weeks
. However, if the dog has a severe infestation, retreatment within a month may be necessary. Do not retreat more than once every seven days not to exceed weekly treatments.
How soon can I use advantage after frontline?
Yes you can. I would wait
a few hours
after using the cap star so it has time to kill the fleas. This will help make the advantage/frontline more effective. 2 of 2 found this helpful.
Can you use Frontline Plus twice in a month?
Frontline Plus continues to work for 30 days. Although overdose complications have not been reported at up to five times the normal dose,
it is not recommended to use more than once a month
. Increased use may result in application site reaction.
Can you see flea eggs?
It’s quite hard to spot the flea eggs, be it on your pet, on their bedding or on the floor, due to their tiny size (less than half a millimetre long). They are oval in shape and of a whitish colour.
Under a microscope, one can see that flea eggs look like rice grains
.
Can you use Frontline twice a month?
If a pet still has fleas,
many veterinarians will use the product more frequently than once monthly, sometimes as often as once every 2-3 weeks
. However, this process is often considered to be “off label use,” and I would not use the product this way unless first speaking with your pet’s veterinarian.
What happens if I give my dog NexGard too soon?
NexGard has a large margin of safety if as dog gets or eats multiple doses. Monitor for GI upset and feed a bland diet for a few days to settle the stomach.
Your dog will likely suffer no ill effects
.
What flea medicine is killing dogs?
Does Frontline Plus cause seizures in dogs?
Frontline Plus for dogs is generally safe to use and causes few side effects. Mild skin irritation may occur but should clear up quickly.
Additional side effects may include vomiting, diarrhea, and seizure
. However, these side effects are extremely rare and tend to affect smaller dogs.
How long does Capstar flea pill last?
Capstar’s flea-killing ability doesn’t last a long time, however. Its effectiveness only lasts
between 24 and 48 hours
, although it’s safe to give your dog another tablet after that period. Available over the counter, Capstar isn’t designed for long-term flea relief.
Can I apply Advantage flea treatment early?
can you use before 30 days is up
.
Under normal conditions
this product is effective for one month. However, in cases of severe flea infestation, retreatment may be necessary earlier than 4 weeks. Do not retreat more often than once every 14 days for kittens or once every 7 days for small and large cats.
What do you do when flea medicine doesn’t work?
- Make sure to apply topical medications correctly (do not split medications to use on more than one pet)
- Make sure your pet’s skin is healthy so topical flea medications work well.
- Treat your yard and house where 95-99% of the flea population lives.
Why does my dog still have fleas after using frontline?
A. The active ingredient in FRONTLINE (fipronil) kills fleas by affecting their nervous system, making them hyperactive before dying. These dying fleas often rise to the top of your pet’s haircoat, so the presence of visible fleas after treating your pet, is
a sign that the product is working
.
