How to Keep Dog Fleas Under Control - part 2

Posted by Clare Bristow

dog-with-fleas-scratching In part 1 I talked about how to eliminate dog fleas from both inside and outside your home; today I'm going to cover removing fleas from your dog and how to establish an effective flea prevention program.

Dog Flea Treatment

Ideally you should treat your dog for fleas on the same day that you remove fleas from your house, and there are number of products you can use to do this.

All dog flea treatments contain chemicals that will do some or all of the following - exterminate adult fleas, prevent flea eggs from hatching, and prevent the development of larvae.

When you see your dog constantly scratching and generally bothered by a flea infestation, it's tempting to try relieve the distress by applying a multitude of products. However, it's safest for your dog if you follow these guidelines:

More is not better when it comes to mixing chemicals and medications;
Seek the advice of your vet for his suggestions as to the best products to use for your dog's flea infestation;
Follow the manufacturer's directions carefully;and
Monitor your dog after using the products, if he shows any adverse reaction - for example, coughing, scratching, hair loss and breathless ness contact your vet immediately.

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