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You can - but they will not be anywhere near as effective. Cats are much smaller than dogs, and they are also sensitive to certain ingredients which work well on dogs (which is why you must never use a dog shampoo on a cat). The components of cat flea and tick shampoos are unlikely to provide sufficient protection for dogs.
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∙ 14y agoPlease read thoroughly. Short answer is yes, but, you must be careful not to cause an overdose or reaction with the types of chemicals that are used for killing the parasites. If you can avoid the "flea killer" in a shampoo that would be better. If you are near the end of the month for your last Advantage dosing, then you should be safe using a regular flea/tick shampoo, and then waiting 3 to 5 days before you apply the next months' dose of Advantage. You can see the types of drugs used in many prescription flea/tick killing products here: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/pic/article.cfm?dept_id=0&siteid=12&acatid=176&aid=281 and one level up at that web site http://www.drsfostersmith.com/pic/article.cfm?aid=521 gives much better information about the medicins themselves. Things to be cautious of, do not add permethrins together! If you're using k9 Advanix (brand of advantage but with permethrin for killing ticks) and you use a permethrin based shampoo, you could easily cause your dog to be sick from too much permethrin. note the M in permethrin, this is not the same as pryethrin, though they are similar, permethrin is the man-made super strength stuff which is enhanced to last longer, target the actions desired. Also keep in mind, that as animals get older their resistivity to chemicals starts to suffer, just like in humans, and so last time they may not have shown any adverse reaction, this time they could .. etc.. (personal experience in this regard!).
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∙ 16y agoIt is best to wash your dog with dog shampoo, but if you have none, baby shampoo is better than adult people shampoo.
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∙ 15y agoYes! because it will also keep the fleas away and lets your dog smell nice!!
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∙ 12y agoyou can use a flea shampoo on ur dog if they don't have fleas, but I'm not sure wat it will do!
-sorry Danielle
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∙ 13y agoHeck yes you can! it gets those buggers right out of there!
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∙ 12y agoYes, actually, you can without hurting or making the dog ill. It will not matter what kind of shampoo you will use.
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∙ 13y agoits shampoo its like soap use it
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∙ 14y agoYes just make sure you rinse it properly.
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Should you use a flea shampoo to clean the carpet will it work for bed bugs?
It works for me! I clean all dogs, bedding ect. then vac the house. Then I put skip a flea shampoo in my carpet cleaner. My cleaner has an extra tank for soap and I only use less than a 1/8 c and fill with water. In three days repeat the dogs and carpet again.
What is the best shampoo or powder for dog flea treatment?
I would not use powder. Any flea shampoo is fine, also you could use a flea collar.
Will the fleas go away if you use shampoo?
If you only treat the cat with flea shampoo, it may not completely rid you of the flea infestation. Flea shampoo will most likely kill any adult fleas on the cat, but you have to treat the house, too. Flea eggs and larvae can live for many months in carpet, cracks in the floor and soft fabrics such as bedding and sofas. Vaccuuming regularly (putting a flea collar in the vaccuum cleaner bag, or replacing the bag after each use stops any fleas from hatching), and using special sprays all help in getting rid of fleas.
What are carpet shampoo machines used for?
Carpet shampoo machines are used to clean carpets. They do just what the name suggests. They 'shampoo' your carpet and provide a very deep clean that ordinary cleaners don't provide.
I have a dog who has fleas I tried using flea collars flea spray and flea shampoo but nothing worked I need help on what I should use?
Use a product from the vet, they are typically safer and more effective than over the counter treatments. Use it regularly for at least 3 months. Treat your house/carpet, furniture etc.
Renting an industrial carpet cleaner, any advice?
The rug shampoo Kirby is one of the best carpet shampooers on the market. It is suggested to use the Kirby brand carpet shampoo.
Can flea shampoo cause your cat's death?
it is possible unless you buy a cat shampoo then everything will be good
What carpet shampooing chemicals are safe for a nursery?
Unique Carpet Shampoo is organic so would be safe around children. Another organic choice is Earth Friendly Products Carpet Shampoo.
What is the best shampoo to use with a carpet cleaner rental?
The best shampoo to use with a carpet cleaner rental is Rug Doctor. Rug Doctor shampoo cleans really well, and you can also buy the shampoo at the same time as renting the machine.
What are currently the best carpet shampoos?
I am starting a carpet cleaning service. What are the best carpet shampoo cleaners on the market?
What types of stains does Bissell carpet shampoo work on?
Bissell carpet shampoo targets the toughest and deepest stains in one's carpet. The type of stains that it removes include urine, wine, blood, and dirt.
What is the best carpet cleaning shampoo?
The best carpet cleaning shampoo is actually an all fabric rinse. It helps remove residue in your carpet fibers and helps guard against stains wicking up!
