Whats the best flea treatment??

kevandkeira

Hi,
We have an 11 week old springer spaniel, he is due his next flea treatment next week.
When we got him we were given a 3 month supply of bob martin, which doesn't seem to be working. He has been scratching like mad all week & I have only read bad comments about bob martin on here.
What do use use on your dogs??
Thankyou

Katiehound

I've always used Frontline- just the basic kind- you put the drops on the back of the neck. You can now buy Frontline online (I use Vet-medic) or pharmacy, much cheaper than from vet. Personally I wouldn't buy the things from pet shops, but you could try Johnsons because they make a lot of flea products- I think the ones that were or still are sold by vets are more effective.

kevandkeira

Which frontline should I order, the one for the weight he is now or the one for the weight he should be when fully grown??
Thankyou

paddypaws101

Bob Martin has a universally bad reputation.
Frontline does not seem to be effective any more.
I presume the Puppy is registered with a vet? Take him along and see what the vet has in stock...stronghold/advantage/advocate...and what they recommend.

kevandkeira

He is having his 2nd jab & being microchipped tuesday, so I will write a list of questions for my partner to ask the vet. I cant go unless we drag the kids along & he will probably forget if I just tell him what to ask.
I was thinking of getting 1 pipette from the vet & then asking for a prescription to order more online (if it works out cheaper). We also need to ask about suitable worming treatments.
I will also get him to ask for a prescription for the cats also, as it can be a pain having to go to the vets for more flea treatment when we run out.
Thankyou

calebdylan

A shampoo, or "flea bath" is a good first attack on fleas for the pet that has large numbers of fleas visible on its body. Cats can be difficult to bathe. It is important to realize that a flea shampoo is not intended for lasting control. Many people are surprised when they see fleas and it was "only a week ago" that the pet had a flea bath. Shampoos are only effective for a day or less. They leave little residual chemical on the animal when properly used.

Luciferswench

I use frontline with my animals and have no problems with its effectiveness.
Remember to treat the house with a spray too.

Katiehound

I haven't had any problems with Frontline either, but some of my friends have bought a combined flea treatment- and that is a p.o.m drug. Be warned that your vet may charge you for a prescription, sometimes so many £££££s that it is not worth shopping elsewhere!
I use Drontal Plus- 1 tablet per 10kgs weight
Frontline- use the size which is applicable to your dog's weight now (or you will overdose!) Both Frontline & Drontal Plus cheaper online or pet supermarket
For free vet advice you can call Vet-medic on Tel: 0800 387348 (and speak to their vet) or e-mail a question via their website.
Good luck!

Fire_Fox

kevandkeira wrote: »

He is having his 2nd jab & being microchipped tuesday, so I will write a list of questions for my partner to ask the vet. I cant go unless we drag the kids along & he will probably forget if I just tell him what to ask.
I was thinking of getting 1 pipette from the vet & then asking for a prescription to order more online (if it works out cheaper). We also need to ask about suitable worming treatments.
I will also get him to ask for a prescription for the cats also, as it can be a pain having to go to the vets for more flea treatment when we run out.
Thankyou

If the dog has fleas then the cats probably do too, in which case there is a fair chance your home is infested as most fleas do not actually live on the animal. You may want to ask the vet for a product to treat the home too.