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Which is better for dogs Advantix or Advantage?

Advantix kills ticks and biting lice, which can be just as nasty as fleas and arguably spread more severe diseases than fleas. If ticks and fleas are a common problem in your area, Advantix may be a better choice to fully protect your dog, as Advantage has a more limited spectrum of use.

What age can you use advantage in dogs?

Advantage is applied monthly and provides month long protection. It is water-resistant so it won’t wash off. Advantage for Puppies and Small Dogs up to 4kg is safe for puppies of any age, One applicator treats small dogs and puppies up to 4kg bodyweight.

Which flea treatment is better Advantage or Frontline?

FRONTLINE Plus and Advantage II are both effective in eliminating fleas in all life stages. Both products feature three-way prevention that lasts up to a month. But when it comes to severe infestations and broad-spectrum protection, FRONTLINE is a better choice between the two.

Can you give 2 doses of advantage?

Do not apply more than one tube per treatment. Under normal conditions, one dose will last a month. However, in severe infestations, it may be necessary to retreat the cat earlier in order to establish control.

What are the side effects of advantage for dogs?

The following side effects have been reported with the use of Advantage Multi® Topical Solution: temporary hairloss and slight inflammation or scabs at or near the application site, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, lethargy, and itchiness. Ensure that the dog does not ingest the product.

What is the difference between Advantage 2 and Advantix 2?

Advantage has formulations approved for both dogs and cats, while Advantix is intended for use in dogs only. Advantix causes permethrin toxicity in cats, which is a common emergency, especially during the spring and summer months when fleas are at their peak of peskiness.

Can dogs overdose on Advantage?

While they’re typically safe if administered according to instructions, if your pet overdoses on medication or has an adverse reaction, they can suffer difficult breathing, seizures, and potentially life-threatening consequences.

What are the side effects of Advantage flea medication?

Adverse reactions in dogs treated with Advantage Multi for Dogs included hematochezia, diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy, inappetence, and pyoderma.

Is Advantage flea treatment any good?

Advantage is your best choice if fleas are your primary concern, you want to kill fleas without having them bite your pet first, and/or your pet is protected against heartworm and gastrointestinal worms using other treatments. In dogs and cats, Advantage protects against fleas; it also protects against lice in dogs.

Which is safer for dogs Frontline or Advantage?

Advantage II kills fleas, but it does not kill ticks. Frontline Plus kills both fleas and ticks, and kills and repels Mosquitos. Some say Advantage isn’t as ‘chemically harsh’ as Frontline, is often said to cause less adverse reactions and side effects and so is best for more sensitive dogs.

Can a dog overdose on flea medicine?

Common signs of toxicity from flea products containing organophosphates are diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, small pupils, muscle tremor, weakness or falling over, and drooling. Organophosphate toxicity can be rapidly fatal, depending on the ingredients and dose the pet is exposed to.

Can you use flea medicine for large dogs on small dogs?

Medication meant for large dogs may be toxic to smaller dog because the dose is too high. Yet another issue can result from using a “combination” medication incorrectly – for instance, using a flea and heartworm preventative on a dog that hasn’t been tested for heartworm.

Why does my dog act weird after flea treatment?

The ingredients in a flea medicine can be an allergen to certain dogs and behaving weird could be due to an allergic reaction. Wounds: if the dog has a wound on their skin near where the pipette has been administered, it is possible the toxicity can cause a reaction.

What is the safest flea and tick prevention for dogs?

Under many circumstances, newer dog flea collars are safe options for flea and tick control (unlike older collars, which were largely ineffective). The Seresto collar is a very popular option right now. It uses flumethrin and imidacloprid to kill fleas at multiple stages of development as well as ticks.

Is Advantage flea treatment safe for dogs?

It is a safe and effective topical product for the control of fleas in cats and dogs. It acts on insect nerve receptors, causing excitation of the nerve and muscle contraction.

Why is Advantage flea control not working?

Incorrectly applying topical flea prevention is the most common cause for its failure to work. Flea prevention is expensive, and you don’t want to waste a dose. Topical medication should be applied directly to the skin, not the hair. You must part the hair so that you can apply it to the skin at the base of the neck.

What is difference between Advantage and Advantage II?

Advantage Multi contains Moxidectin. This ingredient prevents heartworms, hookworms, roundworms, and ear mites. Advantage II uses Pyriproxyfen to kill flea larvae and eggs, prevent heartworms, and treat lice. Advantage Multi requires a prescription, while Advantage II is an over-the-counter product.

Can I use Advantix large dogs on small dogs?

K9 Advantix II is available in four products, each corresponding to specific weight ranges of dogs and puppies. There’s one for small dogs (4 to 10 lbs), medium dogs (11 to 20 lbs), large dogs (21 to 55 lbs) and extra large dogs (over 55 lbs). The applied dose is higher for dogs which weigh more.

Why do I still see fleas after using Advantage?

A. The active ingredient in FRONTLINE (fipronil) kills fleas by affecting their nervous system, making them hyperactive before dying. These dying fleas often rise to the top of your pet’s haircoat, so the presence of visible fleas after treating your pet, is a sign that the product is working.

Does Advantage flea control really work on dogs?

It actually repels fleas, ticks, mosquitoes and more, so your dog is rarely ever bitten nor carries any of these parasites. For Advantage II and Frontline Plus to be effective, the parasite has to actually make it onto your dog, there has to be physical contact (and likely biting) before the medicine works. What Is The Best Flea And Tick?

What is the best flea control for dogs?

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Can you brush your dog after applying Advantage flea control?

Yes. However, we suggest bathing your dog before applying Advantage ® II. Just make sure your dog is dry before application. If you choose to bathe your dog in between treatments, we recommend use of a general grooming shampoo for pets. Keep in mind that more frequent bathing may keep the product from working the full 30 days.

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