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Frontline is effective for 4 weeks. For optimal protection from fleas and ticks with Frontline, you should therefore apply Frontline to your dog every 4 weeks.
- Does Frontline lose its effectiveness?
- How long does Frontline really last?
- How long does flea preventative last?
- Do you have to use Frontline every month?
- Has frontline stopped working?
- Is Frontline guaranteed?
- Is Frontline bad for dogs?
- Why does my dog still have fleas after frontline?
- How do I know Frontline is working?
- Can I reapply flea treatment early?
- Why does my dog keep getting fleas even after treatment?
- Do ticks fall off after frontline?
- Does Frontline Plus repel mosquitoes?
- Can I put 2 flea treatments on my dog?
Does Frontline lose its effectiveness?
Flea Resistance to Medications
Frontline products (Frontline Plus, Frontline Gold) and the K9 Advantix line are two of the better-known brands of topical flea preventatives that are reported to be losing effectiveness. These products have been in use long enough that fleas have adapted and become resistant to them.
How long does Frontline really last?
It is effective against fleas and brown dog ticks for a maximum of 30 days and paralysis ticks for a maximum of 2 weeks. While Frontline Plus for cats is effective against fleas, flea larvae and chewing lice, but is not effective against ticks.
How long does flea preventative last?
The most popular flea and tick medications for dogs and cats last for at least a month; some are even effective for eight to twelve weeks!
Do you have to use Frontline every month?
How often should I use FRONTLINE PLUS? Treat all your dogs and cats every month for optimal flea control. When applied correctly, FRONTLINE PLUS remains active against fleas for at least one month.
Has frontline stopped working?
If you suspect it is not controlling your pet's fleas, you may, in certain cases, be able to reapply it in as little as two weeks and try again. Speak to your veterinarian about this first if your flea medicine is not working. One Frontline alternative is to switch to another topical product.
Is Frontline guaranteed?
Merial, maker of FRONTLINE PLUS, has an exclusive guarantee that is available only when you purchase a 6 pack of FRONTLINE PLUS from your veterinarian. Merial will refund your money, or offer you product replacement, or provide a one-time free professional in-home inspection and treatment by Terminix.
Is Frontline bad for dogs?
However, both dogs and cats can have serious adverse reactions to some of these ingredients, even when the product is used according to label directions. Side effects can include skin irritation, agitation or lethargy, vomiting, tremors and seizures.
Why does my dog still have fleas after frontline?
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.
How do I know Frontline is working?
It is possible that you see more fleas on your pet after using Frontline Plus. However, this is a sign that the medication is working. Frontline makes fleas hyperactive before killing them and attracts them to the top of the hair coat, making them easier to spot.
Can I reapply flea treatment early?
Yes, if after two weeks the flea preventive you applied isn't working, you can reapply flea treatment early, or switch to another brand.
Why does my dog keep getting fleas even after treatment?
Fleas go through a life cycle of egg, larvae, pupae, and adult. Most flea treatments just kill adult fleas, but fleas can continue to emerge for months after you think an infestation has ended. When a newly emerged female flea finds a host, she can lay eggs within one day.
Do ticks fall off after frontline?
By applying FRONTLINE Spot On or FRONTLINE Plus® you can ensure that the ticks attaching to your pet will die within 48 hours. The product doesn't repel ticks, so ticks can still attach but once dead they will normally drop off, or can be easily removed.
Does Frontline Plus repel mosquitoes?
Frontline Plus kills both fleas and ticks, and kills and repels Mosquitos.
Can I put 2 flea treatments on my dog?
Never use multiple flea medications on your pet, unless directed to do so by your veterinarian. Fleas can be a very frustrating problem, and some medications may not produce immediate effects.
