Sentinel vs. heartgardQ: I read some of the other questions and answers but wanted to make certain....there is no difference between heartgard and sentinel? both are equally effective and recommended? i must admit the much cheaper cost of heartgard is appealing, but just want to my dog to be as safe and healthy as possible. thanks so much. A: The sentinel has the added benefit of flea protection. with the heartgard plus you would need to purchase something like frontline plus.
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MangeQ: My collie mixed with chow has mange. the vet said that it is becoause of fleas and he didn't have fleas and everyone i know is telling me to put old motor oil on him for the fact that is what they did with dogs in the old days that had mange. i was just wanting to know is that the best thing to do or is there any other med that will help. he has the bad kind it is all over his back side. the hair just keeps going away and i'm scares that there is nothing that i can do for my dog. A: Fleas dont cause mange. most common type of mange is called demodex and is diagnosed by skin scrape and is not contagious and is due to genetic weakness. other type of mange is called scabies which is contagious. both can be treated with various topical and oral regimens like ivermectin in most breeds
Flea controlQ: We have a mix primarily lab dog that is allergic to fleas. he has a flea problem, and we went on vacation and we now have fleas all through the house. can you tell me a good product for the dog and something to use to control the flea problem in the house? A: The control for fleas is a three prong attack. you need to treat the outside environment, your household, and then a product for your pet. capstar will kill the fleas that are currently on your lab within a couple of hours. you need to apply frontline plus monthly to control the fleas on your pet. we recommend using a fogger indoors following the instructions on the label, and spraying or using a granular product for out doors.
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Breaking dogQ: Hello i have a quetions for you i have a tarrier that breaks alot. and when she gets exacted she pees what will be making her do that we think she is 2 years old A: I am not sure what you mean by breaking alot. excitement urination is usually submissive urination which can be avoided by having dog come to you on her level rather than overly greeting her or reaching for her
FleaQ: We have a beagle who has never had fleas before. we can not get her into our vet until tomorrow. is there something i can bath her in now to give her some relief or hopefully get rid of them for her. this only the second day but the poor little dog is miserable. they suggested giving her a teaspoon of benadryl 3 times a day but that does not seem to be dong much for her. thank you. A: The benadryl will help with the itching. if you can get some avon skin so soft, dilute 3 tablespoonsful in a gallon of water, and apply it in a spray bottle.|when you have time, we sell all of the flea and tick products available from veterinarians at guaranteed savings.
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