Treatment FAQ

frontline plus for dogs, how soon can the pet come indoors after treatment

by Abdiel D'Amore Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago

Frontline Plus will get rid of all fleas within 18 hours of contact with your pet and will kill all ticks within 48 hours after coming in contact with your pet. Frontline Plus covers your pet's whole body within 24 hours of application.

How long does it take for Frontline Plus to work in dogs?

Can dogs be allergic to Frontline Plus?

How long after applying frontline can my Dog get Wet?

Jul 26, 2021 · Frontline Plus is a highly effective topical flea and tick treatment for dogs and cats. Frontline Plus kills all adult fleas in 12 hours and ticks and chewing lice in …

Is it safe to apply Frontline Plus twice in one month?

FRONTLINE® flea treatment for dogs and cats works quickly to kill fleas, ticks, and lice. And, when used monthly, it can help keep pests at bay by breaking the flea life cycle and controlling tick infestations. Formulated for dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens ages eight weeks and older, FRONTLINE Plus can help protect dogs and cats at every stage of life from harmful parasites.

When can I pet my dog after Frontline Plus?

Can I handle or stroke my pet after applying FRONTLINE Plus® / FRONTLINE Tri-Act® / FRONTLINE® Spot On? You can handle, stroke and cuddle your pet as usual as soon as the application site is dry. In the meantime treated animals should not be handled and children should not be allowed to play or sleep with them.

When can I pet my dog after flea treatment?

Ideally, with any topical flea-and-tick treatment, manufacturers recommend you wait until the product is dry before petting your dog. Of course, different products come with different recommendations on how you should handle all-things-canine when it comes to your dog.

How long does it take for Frontline Plus to dry?

In most cases, it will dry in an hour or two. It is best to avoid contact with the area though until it has dried. You may notice a "greasy" spot at the site of application for a few days after. This is normal and will resolve.

How long after flea treatment can my dog play with other dogs?

How long after we start flea treatment on our dog can he be around other dogs? I would say after 24 hours, Leo should be fine to see other dogs. Depending on what product you used, efficacy rates can vary. The best products are oral products such as Comfortis, Simparica or Trifexis.

How long does it take for Frontline Plus to absorb?

Frontline Plus covers your pet's whole body within 24 hours of application. It spreads on your pet's body through a process called translocation. In translocation, Frontline Plus is accumulated inside the oil glands after which it gradually flows out and coats your pet's fur over the next 30 days.

Can I apply Frontline after 2 weeks?

Yes, if after two weeks the flea preventive you applied isn't working, you can reapply flea treatment early, or switch to another brand.

Is it OK if Frontline gets on fur?

We use Frontline Plus and, supposedly, it's supposed to be applied on the skin, but it says that it gets absorbed into the skin from the hair, or something like that. You should be o.k. as long as most of it gets on the skin.Jul 23, 2006

How do I apply FRONTLINE Plus to my dog?

Hold applicator upright with foil side toward you and snap applicator tip. Part dog's hair between shoulder blades. Place applicator tip just above the skin and squeeze. Apply entire contents of applicator in a single spot directly onto dog's skin.

Do fleas jump off after treatment?

No, the fleas don't jump off after the treatment. They don't jump off they rise to the top of the animal and fall off dead.

How long does it take for Frontline to kick in?

24 hours
Frontline starts working once the product has spread over the whole body surface, which can take up to 24 hours after application. Thereafter, fleas are killed within 24 hours and ticks killed within 48 hours.

Can my dog be around other dogs after flea treatment?

You should keep dogs away from other pets if they are going through flea treatment, at least until the medication dries.Apr 21, 2022

What happens if you put too much Frontline on a dog?

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.Aug 17, 2018

Frontline Plus For Dogs & Puppies Caution

  • FRONTLINE® PLUS FOR DOGSprovides fast, effective and convenient treatment and control of fleas, ticks and chewing lice for dogs and puppies. - Stops and prevents infestations - Kills adult fleas, flea eggs, and flea larvae - Prevents all flea stages (eggs, larvae, pupae) from developing - Kills fleas which may cause flea allergy dermatitis - Kills all stages of deer ticks (which may carr…
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Directions For Use

  • It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Do not allow children to apply product. To prevent harm to you and your pet, read entire label and directions before each use. Follow all directions and precautionary statements carefully. Use on dogs only. Do not use on rabbits. Do not use on other animals. To kill fleas, all stages of brown d…
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Frequency of Application

  • When used monthly, FRONTLINE® PLUS FOR DOGS completely breaks the flea life cycle and controls tick and chewing lice infestations. Research demonstrates that FRONTLINE® PLUS kills adult fleas, flea eggs, and flea larvae for up to three months. FRONTLINE® PLUS also prevents development of all flea stages for up to three months. Although FRONTLINE® P...
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Storage and Disposal

  • Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal. Storage.Store unused product in original container only, out of reach of children and animals. PESTICIDE DISPOSAL. If partly filled:Call your local solid waste agency or 1-800-CLEANUP for disposal instructions. Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain. CONTAINER DISPOSAL. If empty:Do not reus…
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First Aid

  • Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or going for treatment. IF SWALLOWED:Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an un…
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Hazards to humans. caution.

  • Harmful if swallowed. Causes eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
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Hazards to Domestic animals.

  • For external use only. Do not use on puppies under 8 weeks of age. Individual sensitivities, while rare, may occur after using any pesticide product. Pets may experience some temporary irritation at the site of product application. If signs persist, or become more severe within a few days of application, consult a veterinarian immediately. If your pet has an unusual reaction to the initial a…
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How Supplied

  • For easy and convenient treatment, FRONTLINE® PLUS FOR DOGSis available in sizes for small dogs and puppies 8 weeks or older and up to 22 lbs., medium dogs 23-44 lbs., large dogs 45-88 lbs., and extra large dogs 89-132 lbs.
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Warranty

  • Seller makes no warranty, expressed or implied, concerning the use of this product other than indicated on the label. Buyer assumes all risk of use and handling of this material when such use and handling are contrary to label instructions. EPA Reg. No. 65331-5 EPA Est. 65331-FR-2 Merial Limited,3239 Satellite Blvd., Duluth, GA 30096-4640, USA MADE IN FRANCE ®FRONTLINE is a re…
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Typical Frontline Plus Cases and The Impacts

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A five-year old Golden Retriever is brought to the veterinarian with ear and eye discharge three weeks after receiving a dose of Frontline Plus. The symptoms go away within a month. When the dose of Frontline is repeated, the dog develops an ear infection that improves after about six months, but never goes away. The dog
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The Controversy

  • Despite the cases that are well known, some conventional vets disagree with concerns over the safety of Frontline. “There is no evidence to suggest that Frontline causes cancer or other serious diseases,” says Dr Deborah Lichtenberg, a vet from Massachusetts. With regard to allergic reactions, “most of these reactions are mild and don’t require treatment” she added. Dr Lichtenb…
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Background on Frontline

  • The main active ingredient in Frontline Plus, fipronil, was developed between 1985 and 1987 by Rhone Paulenc AG as a broad-use insecticide. It was introduced into the market in 1993. Since then, it has been integrated into a wide variety of products including “pesticide products, granular products for grass, gel baits, spot-on pet care products, liquid termite control products, and prod…
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Frontline Side Effects

  • There are many concerns about possible side effects, the most common being skin reactions like hair loss, itching, and redness, and neurological issues like uncoordinated movement and lethargy. However, these side effects are not addressed anywhere on the US website for Frontline. The New Zealand and United Kingdom websites do address safety concerns on their Q&A pages…
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Research by The Environmental Protection Agency

  • The EPA’s Pesticide Division has found that fipronil enters the body and into the fat, organs, urine and feces of dogs. Research by the EPAin 2009 examined incident data for spot-on pesticides used on dogs, including fipronil products for dogs and cats. The report on Frontline Plus for Dogs shows that of a total of 2469 incidents, they classified: 1. 1,872 (76%) as minor 2. 51 (21%) as m…
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How Frontline Works

  • Of the Frontline Plus ingredients, fipronil is the most dangerous. Fipronil acts by disrupting the central nervous system (CNS), which contains the brain and the spinal cord. It also blocks a receptor, GABA, which has a similar form in mammals, and a receptor called GluCl, which doesn’t exist in humans. Fipronil inhibits the insect GABA receptor much more effectively than the huma…
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A Safety Review

  • A review of Frontline Plus side effects and the safety literature on fipronil was done on behalf of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA). The review said that despite the increased toxicity of fipronil-sulfone, it’s unlikely there would be any adverse effects because there is a rate of passage of less than 5% fipronil through the skin. This suggests the m…
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Holistic Vets Disagree That Frontline Is Safe

  • Dr Chambreau, Dr Jennifer Ramelmeier and many other holistic veterinarians are critical of studies like the ones in the APVMA review. These studies only look at immediately visible symptoms and fail to account for long-term effects that are often harder to see. These vets provide clients with recommendations on flea and tick prevention without Frontline Plus. Here i…
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