It's a question I get asked all the time - from friends, neighbors and colleagues at work. Maybe it's because my friends and neighbors see how happy, healthy and friendly my dogs are - as if they've never had a flea a day in their lives. And of course, I love my pets and am always looking for ways to keep them feeling their best. So while I may recommend a certain type of flea preventative, such as Frontline for dogs, there's no one size fits all answer for every dog.
The Flea Medicine I Recommend
Nearly every type of flea medication treats the problem differently. Some are tablets that you can give to your dog; others are topical medications that you apply between the shoulder blades. You can also buy flea shampoo and flea collars - but I've found Frontline for dogs to be very effective in treating all of my dogs. Even if you have an indoor dog, they can still pick up fleas from other dogs, from walks outside, bathroom trips and such. In fact, I think it's just about impossible to have a "flea free dog" unless you use a preventative medication.
What Kind of Results Will You Get?
As I said, what works well for one dog may not work for another - which is why many people alternate between different types of flea medicine. Frontline for dogs works by quickly coating your dog in the flea medication. The medicine then seeps down into their sebaceous glands, which are near your dog's hair follicles - where fleas like to hide. These glands then act like miniature "wells" where the flea medicine can do its job. It kills adult fleas, larvae and eggs, and if you use it month after month, you'll completely stop the flea reproduction cycle in its tracks. That's good news for anyone with indoor or outdoor pets - where a simple walk can turn into hundreds of fleas hitching a ride on your furry friend.
How Soon Will Your Dog Feel Relief?
I can only say from personal experience, but your dog will likely start feeling better within 24 hours or less. Frontline for dogs works quickly to kill fleas at every level, so don't be surprised if your dog starts acting happier, more enthusiastic, or more energetic within a day. It's because he's relieved to not be biting, scratching and itching at his skin anymore! Although you do need a vet's prescription to buy the medicine, you can buy it in several month quantities on the web at discounted prices which saves you money - particularly if you are a multi-dog household.
Just like millions of dog owners across the country, you're sure to have excellent results with a topical flea medicine like Frontline for dogs. It works quickly, goes right to the source of the infestation, and kills fleas at nearly every stage from egg to adult. And because one application lasts for thirty full days, you don't have to worry about giving your dog a pill every day (which can be an exercise in futility all its own!)
