FRONTLINE Plus Flea & Tick Treatment for Small Dogs (2-10 kg) - 3 Pipettes

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This chemical basically goes undercover and acts like a growth hormone to fleas and other insects – but instead of accelerating affecting growth, it stops the biting bug’s development cold. Small dog owners should use extra care. Many of the most serious cases examined by the 2009 EPA study involved dogs weighing between 10 and 20 pounds. Chihuahuas, dachshunds, miniature poodles, and shih tzus were among the breeds who seemed to experience problems most commonly. No flea treatment is perfect, and their efficacy can vary a bit from one situation to the next. Having said that, Frontline Plus appears to be effective in most situations. Fleas are a constant threat to your pet’s health and well-being – prevention should be a top priority, and it’s not a bad idea to have a treatment plan in mind in case you deal with an infestation.

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Fipronil is used in many different anti-bug products, such as pesticides for your lawn or for farmers’ fields. Pesticides may sound like something that you want to keep away from your pet, but don’t worry — scientists generally agree that topically applied fipronil is safe for dogs. This product belongs within the animal medicines legal category of NFA-VPS (Non Food Animal - Veterinarian, Pharmacist, Suitably Qualified Person). FRONTLINE Plus is a veterinary medicine with a robust safety profile. It can be applied to dogs from 8 weeks of age that weigh at least 2 kg. It can also be used in pregnant and lactating bitches. Frontline Plus, as the name implies, improves upon the original product (Frontline), and it is designed to take fleas out before they reach maturity. If you have any queries regarding the administration of these products, use our pet care expert live service.Do not bathe your dog or let them swim for 2 days after application. If your dog is unwell, please see your vet for advice before you apply a flea treatment. Regardless of whether or not your pup spends hours outside or goes to the dog park and doggy daycare, a trustworthy flea preventative is a must. Percent efficacy for the K9 Advantix group ranged from 84.0 to 98.5 % between test days 3 and 35. Percent efficacy for the Frontline Plus group ranged from –28.1 to 56.8% during the corresponding period.”

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The USEPA has determined fipronil to be safe for use on dogs and cats, with no harm to humans who handle these pets. Most of the time poisoning cases of fipronil occur in dogs and cats due to accidental ingestion of the product Frontline. “ Based on larval hatch (Table 1), excellent control (>95% efficacy) was achieved with the fipronil/(S)-methoprene combination product and (S)-methoprene alone for 6 and 5 weeks, respectively. Excellent control of adult flea development was achieved with the combination product and (S)-methoprene alone for at least 8 and 6 weeks, respectively. “ Bathing/shampooing/water exposure does not affect the efficacy of the product as long as it does not occur more than once a week. The fipronil ensures that adult fleas are killed as soon as they touch your pooch. The s-methoprene has a similar effect, but on the flea eggs and larva – it stops the growth of fleas before they reach maturity and can bite your dog.Frontline Plus is a veterinary medicine with a robust safety profile. It can be applied to dogs from 8 weeks of age that weigh at least 2kg. It can also be used in pregnant and lactating bitches. Please see the Veterinary Medicines Directorate for up to date information on this product and its classification.