Which is better Advantage or Frontline?

Frontline Plus is slightly less expensive than Advantage II and protects both against fleas (in their various stages) and ticks (whereas Advantage only treats fleas and is more costly).

How long does Advantage Treatment Spray for dogs last?

One powerful application lasts up to 100 days, and it’s safe to use on dogs over 6 months of age. Aids in the control of flea bite dermatitis by killing fleas, flea eggs, flea larvae, ticks and lice on contact.

Does advantage kill fleas and ticks?

It is safe for use around cats. Advantage does NOT protect against ticks. It repels and kills ticks, all flea life stages, mosquitos, biting flies, and lice. If you use Advantage Multi for heartworm protection you can also use Advantix II for tick protection as long as they are applied at least seven days apart.

What are the side effects of Advantage flea medication?

adverse reactions including depression, salivation, dilated pupils, incoordination, panting, and generalized muscle tremors.

How fast does Advantage flea spray work?

The Advantage solution spreads quickly through the lipid/fatty layer across your pet’s skin and coat from the point of application and kills fleas within one day. The active ingredient in Advantage kills fleas on contact, which means fleas don’t need to bite your pet for this product to work.

How do you apply advantage spray to dogs?

To use Advantage® Treatment Spray for dogs:

1. Cover your dog’s eyes with your hand.
2. Do not spray directly on their mouth, nose or eyes. Spray head, ears and chest until damp.
3. Using your fingertips, gently rub spray into face around mouth, nose and eyes.
4. Then, spray from neck to tail, finishing legs last.

Does Advantage Plus kill ticks?

Also Advantage Multi does not provide any protection against ticks, however it can be safely combined with other products (i.e. Advantix, Bravecto, Nexgard) safely. Also Advantage Multi (like Advantage) is safe for use in cats as a flea and heartworm prevention. For dogs and cats.

Is Advantage 2 good for ticks?

Advantage II begins working within 12 hours of application, and will also continue to kill fleas/eggs for one month post application. Advantage II does not kill ticks or lice.

Is Advantage flea treatment any good?

Advantage is your best choice if fleas are your primary concern, you want to kill fleas without having them bite your pet first, and/or your pet is protected against heartworm and gastrointestinal worms using other treatments. In dogs and cats, Advantage protects against fleas; it also protects against lice in dogs.

Is advantage toxic to humans?

Advantage is extremely safe in mammals, both pets and humans. When applied topically, only an tiny fraction is absorbed into the body, with the rest remaining in the lipid layer of the skin and the hair. It is also safe to use in pregnant animals.

Does Advantage flea medicine really work?

It actually repels fleas, ticks, mosquitoes and more, so your dog is rarely ever bitten nor carries any of these parasites. For Advantage II and Frontline Plus to be effective, the parasite has to actually make it onto your dog, there has to be physical contact (and likely biting) before the medicine works.

What is the best flea and tick?

Merial Frontline Plus Flea and Tick Control. The Merial Frontline Plus flea and tick control is one of the best flea treatments for dogs as well as puppies. It is available in the form of a medicated ointment. Three doses a day is all that is required to keep your puppy or dog safe from flea, ticks, and chewing lice.

What is the best flea and tick medicine?

Comfortis is one of the more popular oral medications to treat fleas and ticks and comes in the form of beef-flavored chewable. Comfortis kills fleas and flea eggs and begins working within 30 minutes. It is prescription only via a vet, and it administered monthly as it can prevent fleas up for up to 30 days.

What are the best flea and tick drops?

PetArmor for dogs is similar to most of the best flea drops for dogs, but it’s significantly cheaper. Its active ingredient is Fipronil , a broad-spectrum insecticide that is used in the control of fleas, ticks, and other insects. It is fast-acting and works within 24-48 hours after application.