Manufactured by Star Horse, Liberty 50 Spot On for Dogs is flea and tick treatment that claims to also eliminate lice, mites, and mosquitoes. Star Horse claims that their product, which consists of 50% Permethrin and 1.2% Pyriproxyfen, is “one of the safest pest control products on the market.” According to them it outperforms...
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Treatments for Flea Allergy in Dogs
High-Tech Flea Trap Review
In the never ending battle against the overwhelming onslaught of flea infestations, consumers are in desperate need of an environmentally conscious, organically safe alternatives. The High-Tech Flea Trap is the latest weapon in that prodigious war, but is it the one that can meet the call to arms, while remaining economically green? Coming directly...
Symptoms of Flea Allergy in Dogs
Program Flea Pills for Dogs
Manufactured by Novartis, Program Flea Pills for dogs put an end to fleas by preventing their eggs from developing. Sold as beef or pork flavored tablets in packages of six, dogs four weeks and older must receive one tablet each month to prevent flea infestations. Treated dogs then secrete natural oils containing the drug...
Adams Plus Room Fogger Review
Manufactured by Farnam Pet Products, Adams Plus Room Fogger was designed to eliminate insect infestations while ensuring the health and well being of family pets. That said, it is extremely important to follow the directions and evacuate your family and pets prior to and for the specified time after use. The fogger can be...
Sergeant’s Yard and Premise Flea Spray Review
Sergeant’s Yard and Premise Flea Spray is a broad-spectrum insecticide intended to keep your yard, pets, and landscaping free from common pests. The spray is packaged in concentrate form with a hose-end sprayer for easy application around the home and yard. Using the potent insecticide bifenthrin, Sergeant’s Yard and Premise Flea Spray target fleas,...
Natural Flea Pills for Dogs
Advantage Flea Control Side Effects
Advantage Flea Control is a topical medication, that when administered monthly, protects both dogs and cats from fleas. However, while Advantage is one of the safer and most popular flea treatments, it is still composed of chemicals that can have negative side effects on your pet’s health if not administered correctly. The most common...
Vectra 3D Flea Control Review
When choosing a flea control product Vectra 3D flea control seems to be popular, but it depends on who you are. Although proven to work, there are also claims that this Summit VetPharm manufactured product could be dangerous to smaller dogs and cats. Vectra 3D flea control has three main ingredients Pyriproxyfen, Dinotefuran, and...
Frontline Flea Control for Cats
Promoted as the number one choice of veterinarians, Frontline flea control for cats can be a relatively easy way to keep your pets free of fleas, ticks, and lice. Simply squeeze the product liquid onto the back of the cat’s neck every four weeks. Frontline Plus flea and tick control is manufactured by Merial...
How Do Flea Pills Work?
Flea pills allow killing or repelling agents to be absorbed into the bloodstream of a pet. These chemicals either eliminate the adult fleas or halt the development of their eggs and larvae. Fleas are exposed to these insecticides in various ways. Some chemicals, such as Spinosad and Nitenpyram, are transmitted once the flea bites....
Flea Fogger Reviews: Flea Foggers for the Home
Top 3 Flea Control Pills for Cats
First Shield Trio for Dogs Review
First Shield Trio is a monthly flea, tick, and mosquito control product for dogs. It is a private label treatment made by Summit VetPharm and carried exclusively in Banfield Pet Hospitals (sold as Vectra 3D outside of Banfield Pet Hospitals). First Shield Trio is a treatment that is applied to a dog topically between...
Frontline Flea Control Side Effects
Frontline Plus is a valuable weapon in fighting flea infestations and ensuring your pet’s comfort. However, there has been some concern about the potential side effects of topical flea and tick products. There have been reports of dogs and cats experiencing one or more of the following side effects: Vomiting – Diarrhea – Salivation...
Plants That Repel Fleas
Fleas have been a burden on animals and humans alike since the beginning of time. While there are many manufactured chemicals to repel these distressing pests, a more natural alternative resides among us. The following is a list of flea-repellent plants you can grow in your yard to help avoid an infestation. *Please note...
Fleabusters Rx for Fleas Plus Review
An affordable indoor flea powder treatment, Fleabusters Rx for Fleas Plus guarantees to control fleas for one year. According to the manufacturer, users notice results within two to three weeks, but is it really this effective? This product consists of borate powder which kills fleas by dehydration. Fleas walk through the treated areas and...
Get Rid of Fleas in the House
Sentinel Spectrum Review: Tasty Chews
Sentinel Spectrum Tasty Chews take the guess work out of protecting your pet against dangerous parasites, such as heartworms, fleas and intestinal worms—including tapeworms. Just one, easy-to-administer, tasty chew will cover your pet all month, giving you peace of mind, and your pet the best protection you can give. Given once a month, with...
