Use on cats only.
Do not use on dogs or other animals
.
What is the difference between Advantage II for cats and dogs?
Advantage II breaks the flea lifecycle by stopping larval fleas from ever developing
. This means your cat or dog receives complete flea protection for an entire month, at all stages of the flea lifecycle. Advantage II for Dogs also kills lice.
Can I give my dog my cats flea medicine?
It’s not worth using cat flea treatment on dogs because cats are smaller than most dogs
. The treatment will not work as well due to its lack of strength. It would be better to use dog flea treatment to match your dog’s size.
Can you use Advantage Treatment Spray for cats on dogs?
No, the Advantage
®
Treatment Spray for Cats & Kittens should not be used on your dog
. It is formulated for cats and kittens over 12 weeks.
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.
Can I use Advantage cats on puppy?
Advantage 40 Flea Treatment
should be used for smaller cats, small dogs and rabbits
.
Is there a difference between cat and dog flea treatment?
Chemical sensitivity
The difference between flea control products for dogs and cats is a chemical called permethrin
. According to the Pet Poison Helpline, this chemical is very safe for dogs and is common in flea sprays and drops. Cats, though, are especially sensitive to it and many of its variants.
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 Advantage 2 hurt my cat?
Most common side effects can include skin irritation and scratching at the application site, and sometimes digestive upset signs like excessive drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea.
When used properly, side effects to Advantage II for cats are uncommon
. Advantage II is labeled only for cats aged 8 weeks of age and older.
Do you need a prescription for Advantage II for cats?
The Advantage website has more information about the product. It is also worth noting there is a product call Advantage Multi, which is a prescription-only medication for cats and dogs. Advantage Multi will do more parasites than over-the-counter Advantage II but
you will need a prescription from your veterinarian
.
Will cat flea and tick spray work on dogs?
Cats and dogs have different physiologies and these products affect them differently. Canine formulations of flea and tick preventive products can be lethal for cats, so
you can not use the same medication on your dog as your cat — unless it has been specifically formulated for both species
.
What flea treatment do vets use for cats?
Treat your pet’s flea infestation with
Comfortis
, the #1 recommended prescription flea-only medication. Comfortis is the FDA-approved chewable, beef-flavored tablet that kills fleas and prevents flea infestations on dogs and cats for a full month. Comfortis is: Convenient.
Can you spray cat with flea spray?
Fleas have to jump onto treated pets to come in contact with the active ingredient regardless of which flea control product is used, and all products take a period of time to kill those fleas. Can I use FRONTLINE SPRAY on my cat?
FRONTLINE SPRAY can be used on both dogs and cats
.
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.
How often can you use Advantage 2 on cats?
Advantage
®
II for Cats can be applied
monthly, year-round
to keep your patients protected from fleas. A single application of Advantage
®
II for Cats stops biting fleas for one month. However, if the cat has a severe infestation, re-treatment within a month may be necessary.
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.
Can cats wear dog flea collars?
Are Flea Collars Safe for Cats?
No, flea collars are generally not safe for cats
. They work by either emitting gas that is toxic to fleas into the area around the cat’s head or by releasing chemicals into the pet’s skin.
Why can’t you use Frontline for dogs on cats?
Can I use cat flea shampoo on my dog?
With all that being said, the truth is that
you can use cat shampoo on dogs
. It’s not harmful, it won’t cause Fido any problems, and it will offer a better clean than just water.
Can you use Capstar for dogs on cats?
Yes, you may administer CAPSTAR® (nitenpyram) for Small Dogs (11.4 mg) or CAPSTAR® (nitenpyram) for Cats (11.4 mg) to dogs, puppies, cats and kittens 4 weeks of age or older and between 2 and 25 pounds of body weight. CAPSTAR® (nitenpyram) tablets should be administered according to the dosing schedule on the label.
Is pyrethrum safe for cats?
While permethrin and pyrethrin are safe for many animals, including dogs,
it is highly poisonous to cats
. The reason cats are sensitive to these compounds is that they are unable to break down these toxins as they lack the liver enzyme to do so. Instead, the chemical builds up in their bodies causing serious illness.
Is Indorex safe for cats?
Indorex, like most of these products, contains Permethrin, which
can be dangerous to cats
. It is not normally considered dangerous to us, or to dogs.
