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Can I use Bio Spot Flea & Tick Control for Dogs on cats and kittens?

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NO! Unlike dogs, cats do not tolerate high concentrations of permethrin. Do not treat cats or animals other than dogs with Bio Spot Flea & Tick Control for Dogs. Unlike natural pyrethrins and some insect growth regulators, permethrin and Nylar exhibit good photostability and are only minimally affected by sunlight.

How does Bio Spot Flea & Tick Control for Dogs differ from other flea and tick control products?

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Bio Spot for Dogs contains both an insecticide (permethrin) to kill and repel adult fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes, AND a long lasting insect growth regulator (Nylar®) to prevent flea eggs and larvae from developing into biting adults. It has activity against BOTH adult fleas and flea eggs, as well as ticks and mosquitoes, all in an easy to apply, spot-on dispenser.

Can I use Scratchex® Dog Stripe-On® Flea and Tick Control for Dogs on cats and kittens?

Scratchex Flea and Tick Products
NO! Unlike dogs, cats do not tolerate high concentrations of permethrin. Do not treat cats or animals other than dogs with Scratchex® Dog Stripe-On® Flea and Tick Control for Dogs. Unlike natural pyrethrins and some insect growth regulators, permethrin and Nylar® exhibit good photostability and are only minimally affected by sunlight.

Can Bio Spot for Dogs be used at the same time as other flea control products?

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Bio Spot for Dogs is not a cholinesterase inhibitor, so it is not expected to increase the toxicity of cholinesterase inhibiting pesticides. But, as with all on-animal insecticides, it is advisable to consult a veterinarian before using this product with any other pesticide or drug. Bio Spot for Dogs should be used as part of a program aimed at reducing flea populations in the dog's environment (bedding, carpets, kennel, yard). Consult your retailer for program recommendations.

How often should I use Bio Spot for Dogs?

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It is recommended that Bio Spot be applied monthly. If you live in an area where ticks and mosquitoes may also potentially be biting your dog, Bio Spot for Dogs may be reapplied as often as once every three weeks for maximum protection, or after shampooing your dog.

How does Bio Spot Stripe-On for Cats and Ferrets differ from other flea control products?

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Bio Spot Stripe-On contains a long-lasting insect growth regulator (Nylar) to prevent flea eggs from developing into biting, breeding adults. Flea problems are generally the result of breeding populations in your home, with about 95% or more of the population being immature fleas in the carpet or furniture. The adult fleas you see are hopping onto your pet and you every day as new adults develop.

How does Bio Spot for Dogs break the flea life cycle?

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Other spot-on products kill only one life stage. Bio Spot for Dogs kills flea eggs, larvae, and adults. Since the eggs are killed, fleas will not develop into biting adults and the life cycle is broken.

Will Bio Spot for Dogs take care of all my flea problems?

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with all flea and tick control products, Bio Spot for Dogs should be used as part of a program aimed at reducing flea populations in your dog's environment (bedding, carpets, kennel, yard).

Can Bio Spot Stripe-On be used at the same time as other flea control products ?

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Nylar is a unique chemical not related to other active ingredients which are used in flea products for use on pets. It is not a cholinesterase inhibitor, so it is not expected to increase the toxicity of cholinesterase inhibiting pesticides; nor is it known to increase the toxicity of other flea control products. But, as with all on-animal insecticides, it is advisable to consult a veterinarian before using this product with any other pesticide or drug.

If I use Flea Halt! Towelettes with Bio Spot Stripe-on, which should I put on first?

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Either product could be applied first; however, it is generally best to apply the Flea Halt! Towelette prior to applying Bio Spot Stripe-On simply because the towelette may tend to remove some of the freshly applied Bio Spot Stripe-on. Once the Bio Spot Stripe-On has dried and started to spread (a few hours after application) this is not a concern.

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Which flea and tick control products are the longest lasting?

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Spot Ons and Collars provide long-lasting, continuous protection with one easy application. Zodiac Spot Ons protect for up to one month, with a four month supply in each package. Every Zodiac Collar provides several months of control. These products are recommended for long-term maintenance and protection, and they are Step 2 of Zodiac's 3 Step Program.

can I use Flea & Tick Spray on both my cat and dog?

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Yes! Most chemical-based flea and tick treatments are formulated to be used on only dogs or only cats. Our spray can be used on either, so there’s no need to buy different sprays.

How often should I use Scratchex® Dog Stripe-On® Flea and Tick Control?

Scratchex Flea and Tick Products
It is recommended that Scratchex Stripe-On be applied monthly. If you live in an area where ticks and mosquitoes may also potentially be biting your dog, Scratchex® Dog Stripe-On® Flea and Tick Control may be reapplied as often as once every three weeks for maximum protection, or after shampooing your dog.

Can I use Scratchex® Dog Stripe-On® Flea and Tick Control on puppies?

Scratchex Flea and Tick Products
Scratchex® Dog Stripe-On® Flea and Tick Control should only be used on puppies older than 12 weeks of age.

How is Bio Spot for Dogs applied?

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Bio Spot for Dogs comes in convenient 1 and 3 month packaging. Holding tube with notched end pointing up and away from face and body, snap off narrow end of tube at notches. Invert tube over dog and use open end to part dog's hair, squeeze tube firmly to apply all of the solution to the dog's skin. For dogs 15 lbs. and under, apply one tube (1 mL) as a spot or stripe between the shoulder blades. For dogs between 15 and 33 lbs., one tube (1.

Can I use Bio Spot for Dogs on nursing bitches?

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Bio Spot for Dogs should not be used on sick, aged, medicated, pregnant, or nursing dogs without consulting a veterinarian.
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