Fleas

Roxy714 · 10-11-2012, 11:00 PM

What do you guys use for flea treatment?Trifexis is not an option, since she had side effects, so I wanna see what everyone else uses.

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Srdl9886 · 11-22-2012, 03:38 AM

I use the single dose frontline drops. Theres a different strength depending on how much your dog weighs, i don't think ill buy the multi dose ones until bearcub is done growing

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Candace · 11-22-2012, 05:38 AM

I use comfortis and swear by it.

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Momto2GSDs · 11-22-2012, 08:05 AM

PLEASE read this posting: Beware Certifect spot on treatment for fleas and ticks
Comfortis and Trifexis contains the same ingredient: Spinosad
They ALL have side effects for some dogs! You never know if it will be yours!
I use 3 items for a natural approach and the bugs stayed away from my two guys this season. Essential Oils (catmit and rose geranium are the best deterrent) mixed with a carrier oil such as Almond Oil.......a few drops applied daily. Minced Garlic. And a Flea/Tick tag: All Natural Pet Products | Homeopathic Remedies for Dogs & Cats | Only Natural Pet Store or Pet Protector Note: tags are effective AFTER the flea problem is solved.
Diatomaceous Earth (not the swimming pool product) is dusty, but will kill them within a few hours if they already have them.I have recipes and dosages if you are interested you can pm me.
Hope this helps!

Kyleigh · 11-22-2012, 08:09 AM

I make Kyleigh's food. I put Apple Cider Vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon of fresh chopped up garlic in her food every day.

Kyleigh goes EVERYWHERE - woods, sand pits, swimming, lake, etc. you name it, she's there ... and I've never seen a flea on her yet.

Narny · 11-22-2012, 11:22 AM

Depends on where the OP is from. If you are up in northern USA or somewhere else pretty cold then the homeopathic way might work. If the OP is from the south any where those homeopathic ways arent going to work for anything.

I use Advantix from the vet. 1 cc per month.

DollBaby · 11-25-2012, 08:05 AM

Be careful with the ACV. My vet told me to stop adding it to my horses feed for flies... said the acid in it will eat the enamel off their teeth. I would think it would be the same for dogs. Just a FYI

lisab · 11-25-2012, 10:19 PM

We basically followed the suggestions in this article.

- Fresh garlic and brewers yeast in his food.

- Diatamaceous Earth (DE)

- Geranium & peppermint oil spray for his fur before going outside.

- Frequent baths.

Other oils that repel fleas (& other insects) are lemongrass, lavender, citronella, pine, among many others.

Following our protocol we were flea-free within a week or so. Next year I'm going for the preventative approach (come late spring) and doing everything described above minus the DE. I'll also make him a natural flea collar by soaking a fabric collar in some of the oils listed above for 12-24 hours.

msvette2u · 11-25-2012, 10:28 PM

I have used Biospot on our dogs and fosters for the past 6 or 7 yrs. without any issues.
You can't use it if you have a cat nearby or that cuddles with the dog.

Doucette.sn · 11-25-2012, 10:34 PM

I bath my dogs with dawn dish soap, my vet suggested it, not on puppies though, it does wonders, at home remedy I suppose

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10-11-2012, 11:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
Roxy714 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 40	Fleas What do you guys use for flea treatment?Trifexis is not an option, since she had side effects, so I wanna see what everyone else uses. Sent from my iPhone using PG Free

11-22-2012, 08:09 AM	#5 (permalink)
Kyleigh Elite Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,316	I make Kyleigh's food. I put Apple Cider Vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon of fresh chopped up garlic in her food every day. Kyleigh goes EVERYWHERE - woods, sand pits, swimming, lake, etc. you name it, she's there ... and I've never seen a flea on her yet. __________________ Marion’s Zoo-Kyleigh, London-cat, Echo-TAG, Ellie-Quaker; www.marionsquilts.com

11-22-2012, 11:22 AM	#6 (permalink)
Narny Master Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Houston Pearland Posts: 774	Depends on where the OP is from. If you are up in northern USA or somewhere else pretty cold then the homeopathic way might work. If the OP is from the south any where those homeopathic ways arent going to work for anything. I use Advantix from the vet. 1 cc per month. __________________ LuLu 09-14-12

11-22-2012, 03:38 AM	#2 (permalink)
Srdl9886 New Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 14	I use the single dose frontline drops. Theres a different strength depending on how much your dog weighs, i don't think ill buy the multi dose ones until bearcub is done growing Sent from my iPhone using Petguide.com Free App

11-22-2012, 05:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
Candace Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Sydney NSW Autralia Posts: 66	I use comfortis and swear by it. Sent from my iPhone using PG Free

11-22-2012, 08:05 AM	#4 (permalink)
Momto2GSDs Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 373	PLEASE read this posting: Beware Certifect spot on treatment for fleas and ticks Comfortis and Trifexis contains the same ingredient: Spinosad They ALL have side effects for some dogs! You never know if it will be yours! I use 3 items for a natural approach and the bugs stayed away from my two guys this season. Essential Oils (catmit and rose geranium are the best deterrent) mixed with a carrier oil such as Almond Oil.......a few drops applied daily. Minced Garlic. And a Flea/Tick tag: All Natural Pet Products \| Homeopathic Remedies for Dogs & Cats \| Only Natural Pet Store or Pet Protector Note: tags are effective AFTER the flea problem is solved. Diatomaceous Earth (not the swimming pool product) is dusty, but will kill them within a few hours if they already have them.I have recipes and dosages if you are interested you can pm me. Hope this helps!

11-25-2012, 08:05 AM	#7 (permalink)
DollBaby Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 81	Be careful with the ACV. My vet told me to stop adding it to my horses feed for flies... said the acid in it will eat the enamel off their teeth. I would think it would be the same for dogs. Just a FYI

11-25-2012, 10:19 PM	#8 (permalink)
lisab New Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 8	We basically followed the suggestions in this article. - Fresh garlic and brewers yeast in his food. - Diatamaceous Earth (DE) - Geranium & peppermint oil spray for his fur before going outside. - Frequent baths. Other oils that repel fleas (& other insects) are lemongrass, lavender, citronella, pine, among many others. Following our protocol we were flea-free within a week or so. Next year I'm going for the preventative approach (come late spring) and doing everything described above minus the DE. I'll also make him a natural flea collar by soaking a fabric collar in some of the oils listed above for 12-24 hours.

11-25-2012, 10:28 PM	#9 (permalink)
msvette2u Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Beautiful Pacific NW Posts: 11,005	I have used Biospot on our dogs and fosters for the past 6 or 7 yrs. without any issues. You can't use it if you have a cat nearby or that cuddles with the dog.

11-25-2012, 10:34 PM	#10 (permalink)
Doucette.sn New Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Canada Posts: 22	I bath my dogs with dawn dish soap, my vet suggested it, not on puppies though, it does wonders, at home remedy I suppose Sent from my iPhone using Petguide.com Free App

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