Comments on: How to Get Rid of Dog Fleas and Ticks

By: crysh

crysh — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:38:08 +0000

We have a Labrador at home and we usually just remove the ticks from his body ourselves. However, research has revealed that it actually pushes the inside of the pests’ stomach deeper into our dog’s bloodstream. The most effective way to get rid of them is a specialized shampoo. Make sure that dogs have separate cages so you can prevent cross-infection of fleas and ticks among your house pets. Be observant of your pet’s behavior as well because early signs of infestation apart from constant scratching is irritability.

By: Ray

Ray — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:36:59 +0000

It is best to consult a veterinarian before even thinking about using Dog Flea and Tick control treatments. Why? Fleas and Ticks are hardy creatures or insects rather, though treatments may be enough to exterminate them, it is always best to put into mind that like humans, they can develop immunities. When this happens, they become rather hard to kill, even with proper treatment from a veterinarian. Also, shots that can help prevent Flea/Tick infestation should be taken regularly, between 6-12 months interval, depending on the veterinarian’s prescribed dosage schedule.

By: whimsical1207

whimsical1207 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:54:29 +0000

Dogs are man’s bestfriend and they are are a joy to have around. However, it is not too good to get close to them when they have ticks or fleas as these parasites can make us sick too. I am a dog lover and owner of 6 japanese chins. Last year, I went on a vacation and left them with a friend and that’s where they got fleas and ticks. When I got them back I was shocked with the infestation. I bathe my dogs regularly with tick and flea soap that I got from the supermarket and spray them with an herbal insecticide (it has some chamomile in it – a natural insect repellant). I also clean the yard with amitrax an insecticide that my vet recommended and it certainly works! My aunt told me that a dog and tick collar is more effective in removing ticks and I might try it if the infestation will persist.

By: pretty

pretty — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 06:25:01 +0000

I’m a dog owner myself for almost all my life. I have 4 Labradors and 1 fox terrier presently living in my house here in the Philippines. My problem throughout the years was these fleas and tick infestation. I already tried all means of solutions like fleas and tick shampoo, flea powder and the injectable ones. But lately my veterinarian told me that there is this droplet which can kill the fleas and ticks for a month. You will just drop it on your pets skin near the neck area and leave it there for a few weeks, it will just spread throughout the skin of your dog that can kill these annoying pests. These medication is very affordable, you can buy it for only $6-$10 a vial. But each vial can only be used for one dog for a better result. Thanks! hope this helps.