there are a few possible reasons for this 1. you may not be using enough 2. you may not be getting it directly on the dog's skin 3. the fleas may have developed a resistance to the medication 4. there may be too many fleas to be controlled by advantage whatever the cause, you can do several things 1. make sure that the size you are using is correct for your dog's weight 2. be certain that you follow the directions on the package very closely 3. if the above doe not help, try changing to a different product, with a different active ingredient 4. if there are still no results, ask your veterinarian about Capstar. capstar is a pill that begins killing fleas ~30 minutes after giving it to your dog, and i have seen it work wonders for dogs that had been previously miserable from severe flea infestations, so try it out! also remember that fleas reproduce in the environment (grass, carpet, etc.) so killing them there is vital for prevention of re-infestations
no. your dog doesn't have fleas...you do!
use a flea comb to get rid of fleas on you dog. If you want also you can use dog shampoo ang get rid of fleas that way.
The dog has fleas
To determine if fleas are completely gone from your dog, you can regularly check your dog's fur for any signs of fleas, such as small black specks or red bumps. You can also use a flea comb to comb through your dog's fur and see if any fleas or flea dirt are present. Additionally, monitoring your dog for any signs of itching or scratching can indicate if fleas are still present. If you are unsure, consult with your veterinarian for further guidance.
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Yes, bleach can kill fleas on a dog, but it is not recommended to use it directly on the dog's skin as it can be harmful. It is best to consult a veterinarian for safe and effective flea treatment options for your pet.
Not really. The most effective way of getting rid of fleas is to use one of those once a month flea medications such as Frontline, Advantage or Advocate. The best, most effective brands can be bought from your vet. These are a once a month flea medication that will prevent fleas & ticks from getting on him or her for a month. You apply it topically. Combing the dog regularly will remove dead or dying fleas, and should be done until no more fleas can be seen. Washing the dog using a flea shampoo for dogs is also another method for helping getting rid of fleas. Never use human shampoo, detergent or any other products with strong chemicals in. They may kill the fleas, but will also irritate the dog's skin and will cause unnecessary discomfort.
There are natural ways to kill the fleas in your dog and one of them involves the use of Flea (be-gone) bag which smells good to people but it actually kills the fleas. You use the flea tub to ash it with the flea bag by sprinkling it.
Yes, some people use apple cider vinegar in their dog's water to help repel fleas.
I think you could try to use tweezers.
Yes. They jump off and into the carpet, etc. furniture. One way to eliminate fleas on the dog is to bathe them, neck down, then do the head. You may see the fleas going down onto the nose or into the ears. I use Eucalyptus soap, but as long as you use soap and water it will drown the fleas. Vacuum a lot, and dispose of the bag immediately to the trash. Soap works faster and more safely than pesticides with fleas. Be sure to lather up the dog or cat and don't hurry to rinse off... let the fleas absorb into the lather, then rinse. Shampooing will eliminate the live fleas, pesticide will not; it weakens them (and your dog).
One other way besides Frontline to get rid of fleas is to use PetArmor.