safe spot on flea treament for cats

helcat26

Hi all
is there a safe flea treatment spot on for cats?
I have read horror stories about Bob Martin and want to know if anything is safe?
Many seem to have Fipronil in the ingredients is this safe?

NewShadow

My vet recommends advantage for cats (Buy online - it's cheaper)

I've never had an issue.

Always remember it is poison - be careful where you put it, wash your hands, and keep an eye on your cat's weight/dose

Sagz_2

I've used Advocate and Stronghold on my cats for around 15 years without any problems.

ElusiveLucy

My vet changed me from Frontline to Advocate. I get a prescription from the vet (£10) and then order online as it is a lot cheaper, even with having to pay for the prescription.

SensibleSarah

I've used Advantage with no issues for years. Buy online. No prescription needed. I don't treat mine monthly though as I'm not a big fan of using lots of chemicals. Maybe twice a year at most & I check all cats & dog for signs of fleas at least weekly.

Shoshannah

SensibleSarah wrote: »

I've used Advantage with no issues for years. Buy online. No prescription needed. I don't treat mine monthly though as I'm not a big fan of using lots of chemicals. Maybe twice a year at most & I check all cats & dog for signs of fleas at least weekly.

Using Advantage like you are is a complete waste of time and the very definition of unnecessary chemicals. Advantage once or twice a year leaves vast windows during which the cat is not protected against fleas, so IMO there is no point in giving it all.

There is no point in protecting them for a couple of months a year and not the other ten. And using one month of Advantage won't be enough to treat any infestation if present.

Use flea treatments monthly or not at all as a preventative.