Do not bath or shampoo your dog for
at least 48 hours
after application of FRONTLINE PLUS or FRONTLINE SPRAY. Cats may be bathed from 24 hours after application of FRONTLINE PLUS or 48 hours after application of FRONTLINE SPRAY.
How long after flea treatment can I bathe my dog?
About one week
after applying spot-on flea treatment, bathe your dog with flea-killing shampoo. Remember to be gentle with your pup’s already-irritated skin. Don’t overuse the shampoo, and lather it gently. Distract your dog for five to 10 minutes while the shampoo does its job, and then rinse your pet thoroughly.
How long does it take for frontline to be absorbed?
Frontline Plus will get rid of all fleas within 18 hours of contact with your pet and will kill all ticks within 48 hours after coming in contact with your pet. Frontline Plus covers your pet’s whole body
within 24 hours of application
.
Is it OK to use flea shampoo with frontline?
Dont do it
! The flea shampoo will reduce the effectiveness of the Frontline so you won’t get any residual effect from the Frontline.
How long does it take for frontline to dry?
In most cases, it will dry in
an hour or two
. It is best to avoid contact with the area though until it has dried. You may notice a “greasy” spot at the site of application for a few days after. This is normal and will resolve.
Should I reapply flea treatment after bath?
Avoid bathing and then reapplying flea treatments
, as this could result in an excessive dosage of flea medications, which can cause toxicity in your dog.
Can I reapply flea treatment after bath?
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.
Why is my dog still 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.
How do I know Frontline is working?
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.
Can I touch my dog after flea treatment?
You can handle, stroke and cuddle your pet as usual as soon as the application site is dry
. In the meantime treated animals should not be handled and children should not be allowed to play or sleep with them.
Can my dog sleep in my bed after flea treatment?
Treating your pup, your home, and your yard can help ensure that you all stay flea free—even when you let your dog sleep in your bed
. Just make sure you continue treating for fleas, even in the winter.
Can you apply Frontline Plus after a bath?
If FRONTLINE Plus is to be applied after a bath,
make sure your pet is completely dry before application
. FRONTLINE Plus remains effective for 30 days, even if your pet swims or is bathed. After application, keep your pet from getting wet for 24 hours.
Can I use flea shampoo two days in a row?
You shouldn’t need to use flea shampoo unless your dog has an active flea infestation. But if that’s the case,
you can wash your dog 1-2 times a week, but not long term
.
How often can you bathe a dog with flea shampoo?
A dog with a flea infestation should be treated immediately with medication and a flea dip bath. However, flea shampoos are notoriously harsh on a pooch’s skin. Therefore, be certain you don’t try to give your dog with fleas a bath every day.
Once a week
should be enough.
Is it OK if Frontline gets on fur?
We’ve done that, too. We use Frontline Plus and, supposedly, it’s supposed to be applied on the skin, but it says that it gets absorbed into the skin from the hair, or something like that.
You should be o.k. as long as most of it gets on the skin
.
What happens if dog licks Frontline?
Answer: If licking occurs shortly after application of Frontline Spray Treatment,
a brief period of hyper-salivation may occur due to its bitter taste of the excipient
. It should be applied at the back of the neck or in other areas where it cannot be reached by the dog to be licked.
How long does it take Frontline shield to dry?
Do not bathe your dog within the first
24 hours
after the product has been applied. Remember, your dog needs to be dry at the time FRONTLINE® Shield for Dogs is applied and remain dry 24 hours after application.
Can you use Frontline twice in 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.
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 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.
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.
What kills fleas on dogs instantly?
The most common product used to kill fleas on dogs instantly is
Nitenpyram, more commonly known as Capstar
. This single-use tablet is administered orally and kills fleas within 30 minutes. It is recommended that you contain your pet in a small area when using Capstar.
What do you do when Frontline doesn’t work?
Speak to your veterinarian about this first if your flea medicine is not working. One Frontline alternative is to
switch to another topical product
. Another alternative is to supplement the topical product with another product that works internally, such as Capstar.
How do I know if my dogs fleas are gone?
Make sure you
check your pet’s toes, around the ears, armpits, tail and head as well
. These are often popular places for the fleas to hide and hang out. Keep a close eye on the white paper or towel. You are looking for and fleas that fall or jump off.
Can you see flea eggs on dogs?
You also want to know how to recognize flea larvae or eggs on your dog. Flea eggs are about the size of a grain of salt, oval-shaped, and off-white. They’re tough to spot, so
you might only see them in bedding
. Flea larvae, which hatch from flea eggs, look like very tiny, off-white worms.
How long do Frontline side effects last?
These effects should all subside
within 24 hours
of applying Frontline Plus; if they persist then you should contact your veterinarian.
