Treating dogs for fleas and ticks

The appearance of fleas in a dog is a fairly common phenomenon that every owner of a four-legged pet has encountered. Especially often fleas attack a dog in the warm season, delivering discomfort to the animal at the site of the bite. The consequences of such attacks can be an allergic reaction, dermatitis, anemia, and even death of a pet. After all, bloodsuckers are carriers of many serious infectious diseases. In order to avoid such negative moments, you need to know how to treat a dog from fleas.

Many dog ​​breeders are sure that they are aware of how to remove fleas from a dog. However, when you have to take specific actions, some owners make big mistakes, only exacerbating the situation. Today there is a whole arsenal of veterinary drugs that are easy to use and safe for the health of the pet.

Shampoo

Antiparasitic shampoos are detergents containing insecticidal components. However, these are the least effective flea remedies, since the period of their exposure lasts no more than seven days. In addition, not all dogs are delighted with the use of water procedures, and many animals after bathing begin to actively lick, which is also undesirable when using such funds. Therefore, puppies are often bathed in shampoos, since it is much easier to carry out a similar procedure with them.

However, special care should be taken in this process, because treating a dog from fleas using detergents can cause side effects such as allergies, severe salivation, chills, and even vomiting. Therefore, it is important to check the body's response to this detergent, using it in a minimal amount. And only after that proceed to the doses indicated in the instructions.

Shampoos of the following brands are in special demand among consumers: Fitoelita, Leonardo, Lugovoi, Leopard, Mr. Bruno, Deluxe or Dr. Zoo.

On a note!

To achieve complete destruction of fleas with shampoo will not succeed. Therefore, such an antiparasitic agent is used more often for prophylactic purposes or with weak infection of the pet with parasites.

Collar

Flea collar - Another means of combating bloodsuckers. The accessory has repellent properties and only repels insects. The benefits of a collar include:

• long period of action - from 1 to 7 months depending on the manufacturer;
• a simple method of application is just enough to choose the correct length of this protective agent;
• moisture resistance - the effectiveness of the accessory is maintained even after the dog has taken water procedures.

Before using the anti-flea collar, it is important to make sure that there are no fleas in the pet's hair. If they are present, it is necessary to treat the animal with preparations that destroy parasites, and only then put on the dog an antiparasitic accessory.

Collars of firms are very popular among consumers:

• Hartz;
• Beaphar;
• Bolfo;
• Celandine.

Drops

Treating dogs for fleas and ticks also involves the use of antiparasitic drops. This is one of the effective means of combating parasites.Its disadvantages include only the high cost, and in some drugs also a high level of toxicity. As a result, not all drops can be used for small puppies, pregnant and lactating dogs.

Application principle antiparasitic drops very simple: just remove the tip of the pipette that contains the solution and apply the medicine to the skin of the animal at the withers. How often you can treat a dog from fleas with this tool is indicated in the instructions for use.

Drops Front Line

One of the effective means of combating parasites is drops front line. The active ingredient is fipronil - a potent insecticide. If it enters the body of an animal, severe vomiting may open. Therefore, the use of the drug requires special care, as well as compliance with the recommendations specified in the instructions.

Drops Stronghold

Drops are very popular with dog owners. Stronhold, the active ingredient in which is selamectin. The presence of this substance makes the drug absolutely safe for a pet. Drops Stronghold is the answer to the question of how to treat a pregnant dog from fleas. Also, the drug can be used to treat nursing animals and puppies older than 6 months.

Drops also give a good result in the fight against fleas in dogs:

• Advantix;
• Leopard;
• Practitioner;
• Hartz;
• Lawyer;
• Serko.
• Bars Forte;
• Barrier;
• Blokhnet;
• Celandine;

Each tool has its own characteristics, so before use, you should carefully study the instructions for use.

Spray

No less effectively destroy ticks and fleas on the body of pet sprays. From the drops, these funds are distinguished only by the method of application: the entire body of the dog is treated with the drug. This procedure should be performed outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Despite the fact that most sprays low toxicity, some pets may have side effects in the form of chills, vomiting, allergic reactions. That is why the treated animal cannot be stroked, it is also necessary to ensure that the dog does not lick its coat. The most popular sprays are:

• Front line - A fairly effective remedy that is toxic not only for fleas, but also for humans. Therefore, when using it, precautions should be observed;
• Leopard - a tool, the use of which does not cause side effects. However, the spray has some limitations: it can not be used for puppies under the age of 2.5 months;
• Hartz - side effects are rare. There is a spray for puppies and for adult dogs.

Whichever of these tools you prefer, you must first carefully study the instructions. It specifies how to properly treat a dog from fleas.

Folk remedies

There are also folk remedies for fleas. Safety is their main advantage over all insecticidal drugs. Whether it's a small puppy or a dog at any stage of pregnancy - wormwood broth, daisies or tansy will not bring the animal negative consequences. The aroma of these plants will only scare off the parasites. Therefore, with their regular use, you can protect your pet from pests and even remove fleas if the number of insects is small.

Reviews

To destroy fleas in a dog, I use Front Line spray. A very effective drug, only positive reviews, the only negative is the price. But the effect is obvious immediately after application. Recommend.

Igor, Tolyatti

I tried many antiparasitic agents on my dog. Through such experiments, Dan's drops were isolated: an excellent effect, the absence of side effects and a long protection period (about 3 months). The drug is just super !!!

Inna, Omsk

Save your dog from fleas with Advantix drops. The uniqueness of the drug lies in the fact that parasites die before committing a bite.Less bites - less scratching, and therefore suffering to the pet.

Tamara, Krasnodar