The Effectiveness Of Topical Flea And Tick Medications

For those who own a cat or a dog, the battle against ticks and fleas is on. During summer months, or if you live in warm climates, these pests are particularly common. It is very important to protect your pet from these pests, because they are not only harmful - at times deadly - for them, but also for you and your family. However, with so many topical flea and tick medications available on the market claiming to be able to rid your pet of fleas and ticks, which one actually works? Two products that will be reviewed below are Frontline Plus and K9 Advantix II, two of the most popular products. By reading these, you may be able to make a more informed decision on which product you should choose.

Frontline Plus is one of the most popular products available on the market today, with some 75% positively reviewing it. The product has been used on small, medium and large dogs and seems to be very effective. Frontline Plus has also been developed specifically for cats. Never use Frontline Plus for dogs on cats, as this can have fatal consequences. Furthermore, you must read the instructions carefully and follow the guidance in terms of amounts for your pet. If you are unsure about how many drops you should use on your pet, it is best to consult your veterinary surgeon first. On the negative sides, Frontline Plus is known to have some unpleasant side effects, including vomiting, over activity, loss of appetite, barking, labored breathing and others. Although these side effects are often nothing to worry about, it is best to consult your vet should your pet exhibit any.

K9 Advantix II is also designed specifically for dogs. This means you should not use it on cats at all. It is very important to understand this, since it can actually be fatal for cats. For dogs, however, K9 Advantix II has been very positively received. In fact, the original test group stated that they were truly blown away by the effectiveness of the product. People have reported that it is even effective after having bathed the dog several time, and it can be used on dogs with sensitive skin. Although positively reviewed by 95% of users, the other 5% find it completely ineffective. Therefore, when you first apply this product, make sure you check your pet to ascertain it is being effective, particularly since negative reviewers say it doesn't last more than 24 hours.

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