If you have a pet, chances are you’ve had to deal with nuisance fleas and ticks. There are many treatments available on the market now, but consideration should be given to which treatment to use, as every dog is different.
Flea and tick shampoos do work, but they can contain harsh chemicals that can treat the bugs but sometimes cause skin damage in dogs, especially if the dog is prone to skin allergens. The natural option that is a remedy for old age is adding cooked garlic to dog meals, this works from the inside out and has been a very successful flea and tick treatment for many years.
Another natural option is pine tar soap, just buy the soap (which can be bought at a health food store) and shave a bit into a trigger spray bottle and fill with water. When sprayed on the fur, it is very effective at killing fleas on the target. Also remember to spray the bedding to make sure all the fleas are removed.
Frontline is also a great non-evasive treatment for pets and is administered to the back of the neck. It can be expensive and must be used regularly. There are also hypoallergenic flea and tick shampoos available in the market and they are very good for dogs with skin allergens. If your dog is suffering from skin conditions, consult your vet first to be sure. When you wash your dog with a flea treatment, always make sure that the shampoo is the right product for your dog. All dogs are different and will have different reactions to different products.
If the dog is dirty, first give it a brief wash with a cleansing shampoo so that the coat is clean before using a flea treatment product. Also clean bedding and perhaps use a flea powder or spray to get rid of eggs that may be invisible to the eye to prevent re-infestation of fleas and ticks. Always follow the product instructions and repeat the procedure if advised to do so, as there may still be eggs in the hair and this will prevent re-infestation in the dogs hair. When using a product like Frontline, it is recommended that it be used as a long-term treatment to protect against fleas and must be followed correctly or the product may not be effective. If the problem persists, consult your veterinarian.
Frontline is also a great non-evasive treatment for pets and is administered to the back of the neck. It can be expensive and must be used regularly. There are also hypoallergenic flea and tick shampoos available in the market and they are very good for dogs with skin allergens. If your dog is suffering from skin conditions, consult your vet first to be sure. When you wash your dog with a flea treatment, always make sure that the shampoo is the right product for your dog. All dogs are different and will have different reactions to different products.
If the dog is dirty, first give it a brief wash with a cleansing shampoo so that the coat is clean before using a flea treatment product. Also clean bedding and perhaps use a flea powder or spray to get rid of eggs that may be invisible to the eye to prevent re-infestation of fleas and ticks.
Always follow the product instructions and repeat the procedure if advised to do so, as there may still be eggs in the hair and this will prevent re-infestation in the dogs hair. When using a product like Frontline, it is recommended that it be used as a long-term treatment to protect against fleas and must be followed correctly or the product may not be effective. If the problem persists, consult your veterinarian.
