Discard empty tube as described in Storage and Disposal. In case of severe pest infestations, you are able to retreat your dog earlier than (4) four weeks. If infestation is severe at the initiation of treatment,
once a week treatment is permitted not to exceed 4 weeks
.
How often can I give my dog Advantage II?
Advantage
®
II kills fleas through contact, so they don’t have to bite your dog to die. Learn how to apply this easy-to-use, odorless topical for dogs
once per month
to prevent fleas, flea larvae, flea eggs and chewing lice.
Can I give my dog two doses of Advantix?
K9 Advantix
should not be applied more than once in a month
.
How often can you give a dog flea treatment?
So, if you’re asking yourself “how often should I give my puppy flea treatment?”, the answer is
every 4 weeks
for optimal protection – year-round, leaving no gaps.
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.
Can I apply flea treatment twice?
A flea infestation on your pet or in your home can be difficult and frustrating to deal with. Yes,
if after two weeks the flea preventive you applied isn’t working, you can reapply flea treatment early, or switch to another brand.
How soon can I reapply Advantage 2?
The known safe answer is to wait the period of time the product is supposed to work,
typically 30 days
, before reapplying.
Can you give 2 doses of advantage?
Do not apply more than one tube per treatment
. Under normal conditions, one dose will last a month. However, in severe infestations, it may be necessary to retreat the cat earlier in order to establish control.
Can you overdose your dog on Advantage?
If you are finding fleas on your pet even after applying your pet’s topical flea treatment, you might consider reapplying it early. However, this solution is not always recommended and
may lead to an overdose in some rare cases
.
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.
How long does it take Advantix to work?
How long does it take for K9 Advantix
®
II to work on fleas? K9 Advantix
®
II kills fleas within
12 hours
. New fleas that jump on the dog from the surroundings, such as grass, carpet and pet bedding, are killed within 2 hours with protection against further infestation for at least 4 weeks.
How long before I can pet my dog after applying K9 Advantix?
It typically takes around
48 hours
or 2 days for the solution to completely absorb into your dog’s skin. Therefore, you should wait around 48 hours after applying the product to touch, pet, or play with your dog. Later on, we are going to discuss how to stimulate your dog while waiting for the K9 Advantix to dry.
How often can I use Detick?
Recommended dosage is
1x application every 2-4 weeks
depending on infestation risk. Do NOT put Detick in any other body part of the pet. Do NOT wash or bathe the dog 3 days BEFORE and 3 days AFTER application. Stripping the dog of their natural oils through bathing reduces the efficacy of Detick.
What happens if you put too much flea medicine on your dog?
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.
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
.
How often can you apply topical flea treatment?
The most popular kind of effective treatment is a topical medication generally applied
once a month
. A newer preventive measure is a flea and tick pill. Are you curious about which of the two methods might work best for your pet?
Do dogs need flea and tick medicine every month?
Yes! Yes!
Keep your pets on flea and tick protection all year round
! It is common today to hear people say “I don’t give my pet flea and tick prevention in the winter there is no need, since it is so cold”.
How often can I use spot on flea treatment?
You should treat your pet
every four weeks
to bring the flea population under control. Can I apply FRONTLINE Spot On anywhere on my pet? No. You must apply it directly onto the pet’s skin, not on their hair, at the base of the neck between the shoulder blades, where your pet cannot lick it off.
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.
Why am I still finding fleas after treatment?
As eggs hatch and develop, you might find fleas reappearing 10-14 days after treatment –
this is quite normal and provided the insecticide remains in place it will kill them
. This is why it is important not to carry out cleaning which might remove insecticide.
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 apply Advantage II twice a month?
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.
How long does Advantage 2 last?
How long does Advantage
®
II last? A single application lasts for
up to four weeks
. Once applied, Advantage
®
II gets to work quickly. It starts killing fleas within 2 hours1 , and within 24 hours all fleas on your dog will be killed.
How often use Advantage Multi?
How often should I apply Advantage Multi® for Cats? Use
monthly (every 30 days), year-round
, to kill fleas; treat flea infestations; treat and control ear mites, hookworms and roundworms; and prevent heartworm disease.
How many mL of advantage should I give my dog?
Dog Weight Monthly Dose | 3 to 10 lbs 0.4 mL (0.014 fl oz) | 11 to 20 lbs 1.0 mL (0.034 fl oz) | 21 to 55 lbs 2.5 mL (0.085 fl oz) | over 55 lbs 4.0 mL (0.135 fl oz) |
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Is Frontline or Advantage better?
FRONTLINE Plus and Advantage II are both effective in eliminating fleas in all life stages. Both products feature three-way prevention that lasts up to a month. But when it comes to severe infestations and broad-spectrum protection,
FRONTLINE is a better choice between the two
.
Why does flea treatment go by weight?
This is because
the active ingredient amount is weight dependent
. A bigger pet needs more of the active ingredient to kill the fleas than a smaller pet. It’s fine to use these on your pets this month and next month. If they are close to a year old, they will not grow much bigger.