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I treated my cat with FRONTLINE, but I still see fleas in my home. Why?

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The fleas you see may have hatched from flea eggs that were laid before you began using FRONTLINE for cats. Regular application of FRONTLINE flea and tick protection to your cat will break the flea's life cycle.

I treated my dog with FRONTLINE, but I still see fleas in my home. Why?

Frequently Asked Questions about Frontline ?? Plus Flea & Ti...
The fleas you see may have hatched from flea eggs that were laid before you began using FRONTLINE for dogs. Regular application of FRONTLINE flea and tick protection to your dog will break the flea's life cycle. See similar questions...

How do FRONTLINE Brand Products kill fleas before they can lay eggs on my pet?

Frontline Flea & Tick FAQ's & Info
Once new adult fleas jump on your pet, they must be present on the host for at least 24 to 36 hours before they can lay eggs. Our research data indicates that FRONTLINE Brand Products, when used monthly, will kill your pet's fleas within 18 hours of application - before they can lay eggs. See similar questions...

Do fleas and ticks have to bite my pet for FRONTLINE Brand Products to work?

Frontline Flea & Tick FAQ's & Info
Fleas and ticks do not have to bite your pet for FRONTLINE Brand Products to work. FRONTLINE Brand Products kill fleas and ticks if they simply come into contact with your pet's hair coat. The fleas will die within 18 hours of contact with your treated pet, and ticks will die within 48 hours. See similar questions...

How do I keep fleas from coming back and infesting my pet and home?

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While you can't prevent fleas in the environment from jumping on your pet, you can prevent them from infesting your home and your pets' favorite areas. Zodiac makes a variety of on-animal products with an Insect Growth Regulator (IGR) to kill flea eggs. Since fleas lay their eggs on the pet, on-animal flea egg control prevents infestation right at the source. Our premise control products also contain an IGR to kill flea eggs and flea larvae for 7 or 12 months, depending on the product. See similar questions...

Will my pet come home with fleas?

Winding Creek Kennels, Inc. - A Distinctive Boarding Facilit...
No, we do not send pets home with fleas. Upon check-in, we inspect each pet thoroughly. If fleas, ticks or evidence of them are found, we must first treat the pet prior to entering the kennel or cattery. In addition we treat the entire facility with a broad spectrum germicidal disinfectant which also repels fleas and other types of insects. See similar questions...

Since FRONTLINE is so effective against fleas and ticks, is it gentle enough for my pet?

NewZealand.Merial.com : Pet Owners : Cats : Disease FAQ
FRONTLINE has been extensively tested and shown to be well-tolerated by dogs and cats even at five times the recommended maximum rate on the label. FRONTLINE has been used with confidence on millions of cats, dogs, puppies and kittens worldwide. See similar questions...

Should I re-apply FRONTLINE if I see more fleas on my pet soon after application?

NewZealand.Merial.com : Pet Owners : Dogs : Disease FAQ
No. FRONTLINE only needs to be applied every 8 weeks if using FRONTLINE Top Spot if FRONTLINE Spray. If you see fleas on your treated pet, these have most likely come from your pet's environment and will soon be killed by FRONTLINE. See similar questions...

I have seen fleas on my pet what should I do?

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We recommend treating your home as well as your pet for fleas. For your pet, we recommend a "spot-on" product that kills fleas and ticks. For your home, we recommend a combination of household flea "bombs" and an area treatment spray. Please contact our office and we can determine the right combination of products for your home and your pet. See similar questions...

If my pet has a lot of fleas, can I use more than one on-animal product at time?

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It shouldn't be necessary to treat your pet with more than one product at the same time. Using two products at once will not necessarily kill fleas and ticks any faster. The trick is using the right products at the right time, with a step-by-step approach. If you're seeing many fleas or ticks on your pet, first use a fast acting Step 1 product to give your pet immediate relief. Then, for on-going maintenance, apply a Step 2 on-animal product for longer term protection. See similar questions...

I don't think that my pet has fleas, should it still be treated?

Westmorland Veterinary Group - FAQ
Many dogs and cats which scratch do NOT have fleas; there are many other causes. It is essential therefore, that animals which scratch excessively are booked in for an appointment. However many animals have fleas and they may not scratch at all. a practice we recommend the regular treatment of dogs and cats for fleas on a routine basis. Fleas are seen all year around. Prevention is always better than cure. See similar questions...

My pet has a flea infestation, is there anything to get rid of the fleas immediately?

Firehall 4 Animal Hospital : FAQ
More than likely, if your pet has an infestation, it is due to a flea problem in your pets immediate environment. Once a flea population has been established in your house hold there is no quick fix to the problem. First things first, get rid of the fleas ON your pet. The veterinarians here can prescribe a one time medication (Capstar) that will kill most of the fleas that are on your pet, but it only lasts 4-6 hours. See similar questions...

What do I do if my pet has fleas/ticks?

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Fleas and ticks are not only a nuisance for your pet, but they can also be dangerous to their health. Ticks carry several types of diseases such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Ehrlichiosis, and Tularemia, all of which you can contract too. Fleas can also cause health problems in your pets such as skin allergies, internal parasites (tapeworms), anemia, and in cats they can spread 'cat scratch disease'. See similar questions...

How old does my pet have to be to apply FRONTLINE Brand Products?

Frontline Flea & Tick FAQ's & Info
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Will Flea Stoppers Carpet Powder kill fleas on the pet?

Flea Stoppers Carpet Powder FAQ
Yes, but only when the fleas jump off of the pet into the carpet. However, some types of fleas will stay on the pet and seldom jump off. Only regular care of the pet will insure it will stay flea free. There are literally thousands of products on the market that claim to kill or control fleas on your pets. Our customers have had excellent results with Frontline Plus, Frontline and Advantage. These products are labeled for safely controlling fleas on dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. See similar questions...

Why do I sometimes see fleas after treating my pets and my home?

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It's not unusual to see fleas for about 2-3 weeks after you've begun treating. This is because some fleas that were already developing in the pupal stage when you started to treat will emerge from their protective cocoons. These pupal or "cocoon" fleas, which can survive treatment with any product, take about 1 to 2 weeks to develop before emerging as adults. See similar questions...

How often should I vacuum my home when treating for fleas?

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For best results, we recommend that you vacuum right before any home treatment, and frequently between treatments. The heat and vibration from the vacuum will stimulate adult fleas to emerge from pupal cocoons so they can be quickly killed when exposed to the treated carpeting. If you are still seeing fleas after your first home treatment, we recommend vacuuming every day if possible, or every other day, for about 2 weeks. See similar questions...

Do fleas on my pet present a health risk to my family?

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Yes. Fleas can carry and transmit several potential illnesses to humans, including rickettsiosis (infection with Rickettsia) and bartonellosis (infection with Bartonella). Also, fleas serve as an intermediate host for tapeworms, which can infect both your pet and humans. See similar questions...

What products are the fastest for killing fleas and ticks on my pet?

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Shampoos, wipes, sponge-ons, and on-animal sprays work fast because they are applied directly to a pet's entire coat and quickly penetrate to the skin. It takes just a few minutes for the fleas to die when they come in contact with the active ingredients. These quick-relief products are Step 2 of Zodiac's 3-Step Program for complete control. See similar questions...

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