Your Friend Frontline
Frontline products contains fipronil, the active ingredient that kills adult fleas infesting a dog. Fipronil works its way into the hair follicles, where it remains trapped by the sebaceous or oil glands, making it
resistant to being washed away with bathing
.
Can I bathe my dog with flea shampoo after applying Frontline?
Then, simply remember to
wait for 24 hours after using Frontline Plus before letting your pet get wet
! It is important to note that, although your pet can be bathed after the 24 hour waiting period is up, the flea and tick control action Frontline Plus can be affected by using the wrong shampoo.
What happens if my dog gets wet after frontline?
If they do come into contact with rain within this period, it is unlikely that your pet would have been wet enough for the product to be washed away. However, if your pet gets soaked to the skin then
the efficacy of the treatment may be impaired and reapplication may be warranted
.
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.
How long after a flea treatment can I bathe my dog?
We generally recommend for most topical products is that you wait
24 to 48 hours
before bathing your pet. The bathing limitations with topical flea control products we sell at GVC include: Vetra 3D – Your can apply Vector 3D to towel dried dog. Make sure your dog is dry (8-12 hours) before rebathing or swimming.
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
.
Can I use spot on after flea shampoo?
For example,
it is not safe to use more than one spot-on flea and tick medication during the time that the product is still active more than one oral flea and tick medication
, or more than one product that contains heartworm medication at the same time.
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.
Can I brush my dog after Frontline?
No you shouldn’t need to do any flea combing if the Frontline Plus works as expected.
Is Frontline water resistant?
FRONTLINE Plus Flea and Tick Treatment for Dogs and Cats is a fast-acting, long-lasting and
waterproof
flea and tick protection proven to kill fleas, flea eggs, lice and ticks.
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
.
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
.
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 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 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.
Do you have to 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. Most flea treatments provide specific instructions on how soon you can bathe your dog afterward.
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.
Do fleas fall off after Frontline?
So once again, while you may see fleas on FRONTLINE Plus treated pets,
they are in the process of dying and should be dead within 24 hours
.
Do ticks fall off after Frontline?
By applying FRONTLINE Spot On or FRONTLINE Plus
®
you can ensure that the ticks attaching to your pet will die within 48 hours. The product doesn’t repel ticks, so ticks can still attach but
once dead they will normally drop off
, or can be easily removed.
How long do fleas live after Frontline?
If you’ve treated your pet with FRONTLINE Spot On or FRONTLINE Plus those fleas will die within
24 hours
, and so will have few opportunities to lay eggs (egg laying normally starts 24 hours after feeding), helping you control the infestation in your home.
How do I know if my dog’s 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.
Can fleas live on bedding?
Can fleas live in beds?
Yes, they can
. Fleas enjoy a warm environment and your bed is the ideal place. The adult fleas will lay their eggs within the mattress material – and produce fecal matter to feed the larvae.
