Be Careful with Flea Medicines for Your Pet

Using flea killing medicines are a way of life for most pet owners, especially those of us in warmer climates. Fleas are nasty, relentless and prolific breeding little parasites. It pays to be careful when choosing what medicines to apply to your pets, since not only are they toxic to the pests you're trying to kill, but they can also be toxic to your dog or cat. Relying on what companies write for their descriptions for each product may not be reliable enough. It is best to get your veterinarian to recommend a product for you, than to just choose an over the counter brand on your own. It is better to be safe than sorry.

In the South, even indoor cats can get a nasty case of fleas that may become resistant to the regular flea meds that most people buy. What is an owner to do when they have used products that once worked, only to find out later that they aren't doing their job? Here are thoughts from my experience on this subject.

Rotate products

If you use the same brand of flea med, then try another brand, once the effects of the current brand have worn off. Don't double dose your pet, whatever you do. Follow your vet's instructions, and don't rely on the package. This is important because he or she may know something you don't about the chemical makeup of the product and how it affects your pet. Flea medicine companies are going to print what you want to know, but they aren't going to necessarily tell you about the negative aspects of the product. The vet has seen what happens if a product is bad or is misused. Let them tell you if the product is good for your pet, and ask if there are any additional usage tips for it, to be safe.

Be careful with carpet flea killers and over the counter flea meds