To protect against adult fleas, apply every 12 weeks for dogs and
every 8 weeks
for cats. To protect against paralysis ticks, apply every 3 weeks for dogs and cats and for protection against brown dog ticks, apply monthly.
How do you use FRONTLINE SPRAY for dogs and cats?
Is cat flea spray harmful to dogs?
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
.
Can cats lick FRONTLINE SPRAY?
FRONTLINE SPRAY can be used on both dogs and cats
. My pet has licked the FRONTLINE SPRAY. Will it be OK? If licking occurs shortly after application, a brief period of hyper-salivation may occur due to the taste.
How often can you put Frontline on a cat?
How often should you flea a cat with Frontline? Frontline is effective for 4 weeks. For optimal protection from fleas and ticks with Frontline, you should therefore apply Frontline to your cat
every 4 weeks
.
How often can you apply Frontline?
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.
How long does FRONTLINE SPRAY take to work?
How long does it take for Frontline Spray to work? One spray session will rid your pet of fleas
within 18 hours
, ticks within 48 hours, and lasts for 30 days. The medicine kills adult fleas, prevents reproduction, and stops existing flea infestations.
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.
Which is better FRONTLINE SPRAY or spot on?
Quick results:
Spray is a quick flea killer, as it takes no time to spread across the body
. Unlike spot-on treatments, that takes hours to spread, sprays spread at the very moment. They kill the existing fleas within no time. Thus, sprays start eradicating fleas instantly when applied at the dot place.
Can I use cat frontline on my dog?
FRONTLINE PLUS FOR CATS and FRONTLINE PLUS FOR DOGS are not exactly the same. Use the appropriate product for your dog or cat.
FRONTLINE SPRAY can be used on both dogs and cats
. My pet has licked the FRONTLINE PLUS or FRONTLINE SPRAY.
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 happens if you put too much frontline on a dog?
If the overdose is of a greater magnitude, the symptoms can be much more worrying.
Vomiting and diarrhea can be ongoing, and your dog may be unable to control their muscles
. A lack of coordination is another common sign, along with confusion, excessive drooling, moving in circles, seizures, and even collapse.
How long does Frontline for cats last?
FRONTLINE
®
Plus for Cats kills adult fleas and ticks, prevents new infestations by killing flea eggs and larvae to break the flea lifecycle, and lasts for a full
30 days
.
Is Frontline harmful to cats?
Cat Safe Flea and Tick Medications
Frontline, which has a main active ingredient called fipronil, is available over the counter and is
safe for cats when the cat-specific product is purchased
.
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 soon can I reapply Frontline on my cat?
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.
Can I use Frontline again after a week?
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 long does it take for Frontline to work on cats?
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
.
Why do I still see 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 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 often should I apply flea treatment to my cat?
Give you cat his flea treatment on
a regular day each month
to ensure cover is continuous. If, fo some reason, your cat is going into a cattery, give him his flea treatment before he goes. If you are taking him to stay somewhere else, again, give him his flea treatment beforehand.
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 fleas fall 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.
Can my cat sleep in my bed after flea treatment?
If your pet has fleas and sleeps in bed with you, fleas will likely end up in your bed
. Fleas lay eggs into fur, and those eggs can fall off of your pet when they are sleeping.
Why is my cat 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.
Why is my cats flea treatment not working?
Incorrectly applying topical flea prevention is the most common cause for its failure to work
. Flea prevention is expensive, and you don’t want to waste a dose. Topical medication should be applied directly to the skin, not the hair. You must part the hair so that you can apply it to the skin at the base of the neck.
Why isn’t flea treatment working on my cat?
The answer is often in the details; A small lapse in flea treatments or the use of a substandard flea treatment ‘just this once’ can lead to months of flea bites and stress while trying to get rid of the fleas from your pets and your home. And problems get even worse if your cat has a flea allergy!
