Advantix contains permethrin, a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that is highly effective against ticks. It also contains imidacloprid, the same flea-killing agent found in another Bayer product called Advantage. Imidacloprid is safe and effective in both cats and dogs .
Is Advantage II the same for dogs and cats?
Can I apply Advantage ® II for dogs on my cats? No, do not use Advantage ® II for dogs on cats . Please follow label directions for the application of our flea products.
Can I use Frontline on my dog if I have a cat?
FRONTLINE SPRAY can be used on both dogs and cats .
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.
Is there a flea and tick pill 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.
What flea treatment is safe for cats?
- Advantage® II (topical liquid)
- Advantage MULTI® (topical liquid, also protects cats from heartworms, ear mites, and some types of intestinal worms)
- Bravecto® (topical liquid, also protects cats from certain tick species)
Why can’t Frontline Plus for dogs be used on cats?
How long after flea treatment can I pet my cat?
Avoid petting your cat for 24-48 hours in the spot where you applied a topical medication. These treatments aren’t harmful for humans, but it’s important that as little as possible is removed from the cat and soaked through human skin.
How long after applying K9 Advantix can I touch my dog?
The remnants of K9 Advantix stay on your dog’s skin for up to 48 hours. The company suggests you wait until the product is completely absorbed into their skin. Therefore, you should not touch your dog for at least 48 hours after applying the product.
How does Advantix work for cats?
Here’s how it works: Advantage spot-on flea treatment is applied directly to your cat’s or dog’s skin via an easy-to-use pipette. The Advantage solution spreads quickly through the lipid/fatty layer across your pet’s skin and coat from the point of application and kills fleas within one day.
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 long does it take for Advantix to work on cats?
Advantage ® II kills fleas within 24 hours of treatment and remains effective for up to four weeks. If retreatment is necessary earlier than 4 weeks due to the scale of the infestation, do not treat your cat more frequently than once weekly.
What is the best flea and tick pill for cats?
Our top choice for an oral flea control product for cats, Comfortis Chewable Tablets , is fast-acting and good for cats that can’t tolerate topical flea preventives. Its active ingredient, spinosad, starts to work within 30 minutes and kills 98% of adult fleas on cats within four hours.
What is the best tick repellent for cats?
- BRAVECTO Topical Solution for Cats. $54. Bravecto is a topical flea and tick preventative that’s available for both cats and dogs. ...
- REVOLUTION Plus Topical Solution for Cats. $77. ...
- SERESTO Flea & Tick Collar for Cats. $60.
How effective are flea pills for cats?
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Capstar Oral Flea Treatment starts working as quickly as 30 minutes after the pill is taken. We noticed fleas dropping off the cats we tried it out on right away. This pill is an effective preventive, as well as a treatment .
What kills fleas on cats instantly?
Medicines your cat eats.
The pill nitenpyram (Capstar) kills adult fleas on your cat within 30 minutes. It doesn’t have any lasting effects, though. Spinosad (Comfortis) is a fast-acting chewable that starts killing fleas before they lay eggs.
Is Frontline Plus for cats the same as Frontline Plus for dogs?
Despite the fact that fipronil and methoprene are approved for use on both dogs and cats, there is a major difference between the two types of Frontline Plus . Comparing the two products, Frontline Plus for Cats has a higher concentration of active ingredients than the dog version.
What happens if cats lick flea medicine?
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.
Do fleas jump off cats after treatment?
No, the fleas don’t jump off after the treatment . They don’t jump off they rise to the top of the animal and fall off dead.
Will my cat be OK after licking flea treatment?
When used as directed, such products are safe and effective. However, dogs and cats can easily become sick if too much or the wrong flea product is applied, or the product is ingested post-application. Ingestion occurs if the dog or cat licks the treated area.
