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what flea treatment can i use on a nursing dog

by Janet Pfannerstill Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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  • Flea medicine for nursing dogs. One of the quickest ways to get rid of the fleas on your dog's coat is to give her a chewable Capstar tablet.
  • My dog has fleas and just had puppies. You can't give some medications to nursing mother dogs. ...
  • Lasting flea treatment for nursing dogs. To provide lasting flea protection to nursing dogs, you can apply a topical treatment, like Frontline Plus.
  • Removing fleas from the environment. Dish soap breaks down the waxy exoskeleton of the fleas and helps to drown them when you bathe your dog.

You can use Capstar, a once-a-day pill that starts to kill fleas in 30 minutes and is safe to use on nursing mothers. Frontline spot on treatment and Frontline spray are also safe to use on nursing mothers. According to the manufacturer, Frontline Spray is safe for use on pups as young as 2 days old.

How to get rid of fleas on a nursing dog?

Natural flea treatments for your dog

  1. Coconut oil Coconut oil is a safe and simple solution to treat your dog. ...
  2. Lavender essential oil Lavender acts as both a flea treatment and a flea killer. Its aroma keeps fleas away by killing them upon contact. ...
  3. Brewer’s yeast 👉 Always consult with your vet for the correct dosage before incorporating a new supplement into your dog’s diet. ...

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Can you put flea medicine on a dog that's nursing?

While not a holistic treatment, Capstar is also safe for use on nursing dogs and is available at your vet. It starts to work in less than 30 minutes and will safely kill all the fleas on your dog. If your dog is reinfested, you can give another treatment in 24 hours.

How can you treat nursing dog for fleas?

  • Fill a sink with warm water and soap. Take your kitten and immerse it to its neck in the water. ...
  • Remove the kitten from the water and massage the soap into its skin. Then, submerge the kitten up to its neck again to rinse it.
  • Make sure to dry your kitten with a warm towel when you're done. ...

How soon can I give my Dog another flea treatment?

Revolution/Revolution Plus:

  • Hold the tube upright and press the cap firmly until you hear a click.
  • Remove the cap and make sure that seal has been broken.
  • Part the hair at the base of the neck and apply the entire tube to the skin.
  • Keep the tube squeezed so the liquid isn’t sucked back into the tube.
  • Make sure the tube is empty.

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What can I give a nursing dog for fleas?

To provide lasting flea protection to nursing dogs, you can apply a topical treatment, like Frontline Plus. This medication contains fipronil and (S)-methoprene, which work together to immediately kill the fleas on your dog's coat.

Can I give my dog flea medicine while she's nursing?

FRONTLINE® Spot On is licensed for use in pregnant and lactating cats and dogs. FRONTLINE Plus® is licensed for use in pregnant cats and dogs, and lactating dogs.

Can you use flea and tick shampoo on a nursing dog?

You cannot use flea and tick shampoo on a pregnant or nursing dog. It will hurt her and her puppies.

Can I use advantage on my lactating dog?

Advantage is safe for use on pregnant and lactating animals.

Is Frontline Gold safe for nursing dogs?

Frontline Gold is approved for use on dogs and cats who are breeding, pregnant or lactating.

Is NexGard safe for lactating dog?

age and older and is safe to give dogs less than 1.8kg (4 lbs) • Has not been approved for use on pregnant or nursing dogs.

How do I get rid of fleas on newborn puppies?

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Is Bravecto safe for lactating dogs?

Bravecto is an ideal flea and tick treatment for your dog because: It works — providing long-lasting flea and tick protection in a single treatment. It's safe for dogs including breeding, pregnant, lactating dogs and 'ivermectin sensitive' Collies.

Is Capstar safe for nursing dogs?

Capstar Tablets are safe for pregnant or nursing dogs and cats. When using this product, you may notice that your dog or cat will start scratching itself as fleas begin to die. The scratching behavior is temporary and is a reaction to the fleas, not the drug.

Is Advantage II safe for nursing dogs?

Yes, Advantage is registered for use during pregnancy and lactation.

Can you put flea treatment on pregnant dog?

Generally, topical flea medications are acceptable treatments for pregnant dogs. Prescribed by vets, Revolution is a topical flea and heartworm medication that's considered a safe flea control for pregnant dogs.

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