Flea drops for dogs on the withers: principle of action, features of choice for puppies Russian farmer

Benefits of drops

Dogs can get not only dog fleas, but also cat fleas . The latter are among the most common types.

Each mammal has its own specific type of parasite. But often they remain indiscriminate in choosing a power source .

You need to remove fleas from your dog immediately . When severely infected, they can also bite humans. And this is dangerous to health. Pests can transmit dangerous diseases through blood.

In addition, infection causes discomfort for the pet. He begins to act restless. Insects do not allow the dog to sleep, constantly attacking and biting.

REFERENCE : Scientists have debunked the myth that fleas live on dogs. In fact, they only jump on the pet to eat and then leave it. Bloodsuckers settle near a food source.

Drops are considered the most universal and popular flea remedy. They differ from other drugs in a number of advantages:

drops do not harm the health of your pet;
quickly destroy parasites;
repels not only fleas, but also ticks and lice eaters;
easy to use and affordable;
have a wide range of medications for dogs of different breeds, sizes and ages;
maintain long-lasting effect after one treatment.

Nevertheless, the drops should be chosen correctly. It is better to consult your veterinarian first. The product contains insecticides that the pet may not tolerate well.

REFERENCE : Fleas feed only on blood, which means that in order to destroy them, particles of the chemical must enter the blood. Drops are a suitable option for this.

Features of processing puppies, pregnant and lactating bitches

Some manufacturers of acaricidal dog products do not recommend using them for puppies, pregnant or lactating pets. If the instructions for use do not prohibit the use of the drug in this group of animals, it is better to consult a veterinarian about this.

If the dosage of tablets, drops or sprays is incorrect, you can seriously harm a puppy with a fragile body and cubs in the womb.

Not all folk remedies are intended for use in young, pregnant, lactating dogs, especially those that have a strong odor. Their use should also be agreed with your veterinarian.

Action and side effects

Most drops have a similar composition. They have a nerve-paralytic effect on fleas. It is necessary to read the instructions before applying the drug to avoid side effects. And they can be as follows:

foam from the mouth may appear if the dosage of the drug is too large or the pet tries to lick the product;
allergic reaction if the dose is exceeded;
muscle tremors and lacrimation;
Coat damage is less common .

Application of the product

The drops are usually applied to the dog's withers. Some products are dripped in several places along the entire spine of the animal. Thus, the pet cannot reach and lick the drug. It enters the bloodstream and poisons parasites.

If you use the drops according to the instructions, the dose of chemical used will be enough to kill fleas and not harm the animal. Simply applying the drug is not enough. It is gently rubbed into the skin.

HELP : It is better to work with drops with gloves. Afterwards, wash your hands thoroughly.

Within a few hours after treatment with drops, the dog can go for a walk and even swim. The product will work effectively. Among the most popular flea drugs are Hartz Ultra Guard , Stronghold , Frontline , Bars . Most flea treatments have additional effects. They destroy ticks and some helminths.

When caring for your pet, remember that its health is the health and safety of your family. Therefore, when going for a walk, do not forget to equip your dog with a flea and tick collar, for example, “Kiltiks” from the German one. And if you notice parasites, treat your dog with special products.

How to properly treat an animal with flea drops

Treating your dog against fleas with drops is very simple: you just need to cut off the tip of the pipette and drip the product into a place that is inaccessible for licking - the withers. To do this, carefully part the fur and apply drops. Massage lightly.

Video: how to treat a dog with flea drops

Usually, the animal cannot be washed for two days before and after treatment. As a rule, drops are used after a month, but there are products with a longer validity period. Therefore, be sure to read the instructions

When should you not use flea drops?

Most flea drops should not be used on puppies or pregnant or lactating females. Therefore, carefully read the instructions or consult a veterinarian to determine the appropriate products for a particular age.

Also, drops are not used for sick or weakened animals that have recovered from the disease, in the postoperative period until the sutures have completely healed.

There are often complaints of allergic reactions occurring after using the flea drug in the form of drops. It’s especially strange to hear them from women. After all, each of them probably knows that when using any new cosmetic product, you need to conduct a test - apply a small amount to the elbow and observe the reaction. It's the same with dogs. Bought new drops, check them. Apply a small drop and watch the reaction. If the dog starts to itch a lot, its skin turns red, its eyes start to water - throw it away. Don’t begrudge the money you spend; you’ll end up spending more on treatment later, or you’ll even lose your dog altogether.

Table: comparative characteristics of flea drops for dogs

Name	Manufacturer	Active components	Protective properties	Operating principle	Validity	Special marks
Advantix®	Bayer, Germany	imidacloprid, permethrin	Against fleas, lice, lice, ixodid ticks, mosquitoes, midges, flies	Parasites die without biting the animal. Repels and destroys ticks at all stages of development. Repels flying insects.	28 days	Can be used for puppies from seven months. Not recommended for pregnant bitches. Suitable for all dog breeds. Available in different dosages depending on the weight of the dog. The kit includes special stickers for the animal's passport.
Stronghold	Zoetis	selamectin	Against fleas, roundworms, mosquitoes, ear mites and scabies	Kills adult fleas and stops the incubation of their eggs. Destroys ear and scabies mites. Destroys dirofilaria.	30 days	The product dries quickly and has no unpleasant odor. You can pet your dog immediately after the product has dried. Can be used for puppies from six weeks. For adult dogs, the selamectin content is 12%, for puppies - 6%. The drug is moisture resistant, you can bathe your dog within two hours after use. The amount of the drug is calculated depending on the weight of the animal.
Vectra 3D	Ceva, France	dinotefuran permethrin pyriproxyfen	Against ixodid ticks, fleas, lice, lice, mosquitoes, mosquitoes, midges	It affects the receptors of the nervous system of insects, resulting in their death. Disturbs the normal development cycle of the insect. Causes irreversible paralysis and death of arthropod parasites. The active components accumulate in the epidermis, hair follicles and sebaceous glands, and are practically not absorbed into the animal’s blood.	30 days	The animal should not be washed for 48 hours before and after treatment with the drug. Should not be used on puppies or pregnant bitches. The kit includes special stickers for the animal's passport.
Pract-tic	Novartis	pyriprole	Against ixodid ticks, fleas, lice, lice	Contact action: ticks die before suction, fleas die before laying eggs. Prevents the infection of animals with blood parasitic diseases. Not absorbed into the blood.	Effective: against ixodid ticks - 4 weeks after application, against fleas, lice, lice - 8 weeks after application	Suitable for dogs of all breeds and sizes, it is necessary to calculate the dose of the drug depending on the weight of the dog. The dog is protected within a day after treatment. Can be used on puppies from eight weeks. Suitable for use by pregnant and lactating bitches. It has high moisture resistance; you can bathe your dog even with the use of detergents a day after using the drug.
Lawyer®	Bayer, Germany	imidacloprid, moxidectin	Against fleas, lice, scabies mites, worms	It acts on subcutaneous mites, as a result of which it is a prophylactic agent for otodectosis, sarcoptic mange and demodicosis. Acts on fleas. located both directly on the dog and in its environment. The drug is effective against heartworms.	28 days	Suitable for dogs of all breeds and sizes, it is necessary to calculate the dose of the drug depending on the weight of the dog. Can be used on puppies from seven weeks. Do not wash your dog for 48 hours before and 24 hours after treatment with the drug. There are stickers for passports.
Inspector Total C	Veterinary Bio GmbH, Germany	moxidectin, fipronil	Against fleas, lice, lice, demodectic, sarcoptoid, otodectic and ixodid ticks, intestinal nematodes, larval forms of heartworms	Not absorbed into the blood. Destroys external parasites and provides long-lasting protective effect. Instantly causes paralysis and death of external parasites and helminths.	up to two months	Suitable for dogs of all breeds and sizes, it is necessary to calculate the dose of the drug depending on the weight of the dog. Can be used from seven weeks of age. During the duration of the drug, the dog can be bathed without restrictions. Can be used on pregnant and lactating bitches. It is used in veterinary medicine for the treatment and prevention of entomosis, ademodecosis, otodecosis, sarcoptic mange, toxocariasis, toxascariasis, uncinariasis, hookworm disease, as well as for the prevention of dirofilariasis.
Fiprist® Combo	KRKA, Slovenia	fipronil, S-methoprene	Against fleas, ixodid ticks, lice eaters, mosquitoes, sarcoptic ticks	It is practically not absorbed into the blood; it accumulates in the epidermis, hair follicles and sebaceous glands. Leads to the death of parasites from paralysis. Disturbs the synthesis of chitin. Causes developmental abnormalities in insects at the egg and larval stages. Prevents the appearance of adult insects on animals, as well as in their environment.	against ixodid ticks - four weeks, against fleas and lice - 4 - 12 weeks	Causes irritation if in contact with eyes. Not recommended for treating puppies, pregnant or lactating bitches. Toxic to rabbits and aquatic animals.
Leopard	AVZ, Russia	fipronil, diflubenzuron, dicarboximide	Against fleas, lice, lice, cheyletiella, ixodid and sarcoptic ticks	Blocks the transmission of nerve impulses, thus leading to paralysis and death of parasites. It is practically not absorbed into the blood; it accumulates in the epidermis, hair follicles and sebaceous glands. It disrupts the synthesis of chitin and also negatively affects the process of molting, oviposition and hatching of larvae from eggs.	30 days	Third class of danger. Causes irritation if in contact with eyes. Toxic to rabbits and aquatic animals. Pregnant and lactating bitches, puppies under eight weeks old, and animals weighing less than two kilograms should not be treated. You cannot bathe the animal for three days after using the drug. The drug is applied only to dry and intact skin.
Rolf Club 3D	Veterinary Bio GmbH, Germany	fipronil, D-cyphenothrin, pyriproxyfen	Against fleas, lice, lice, sarcoptic, otodectic and ixodic ticks, mosquitoes, midges and mosquitoes	It disrupts the transmission of nerve impulses, leading to paralysis and death of insects. Disturbs the process of chitin synthesis and molting of larvae. It is practically not absorbed into the blood; it accumulates in the epidermis, hair follicles and sebaceous glands.	Effective: against ixodid ticks - within 30 days, against insects - up to two months, against flying blood-sucking insects - seven days.	Third class of danger. Causes irritation if in contact with eyes. Toxic to rabbits, bees and aquatic animals. Pregnant and lactating bitches and puppies under 12 weeks should not be treated. Can be reapplied no more than once a month.
BlochNet	Astrapharm, Russia	fipronil, benzyl benzoate, diethyltoluamide, juvemon	Against fleas, lice, lice, ticks, mosquitoes	Accumulates in the epidermis, hair follicles and sebaceous glands, distributed throughout the body. Has a combined effect on parasites.	Effective: from ixodid ticks, lice and lice - up to 1.5 months, against fleas - up to two months, against flying blood-sucking insects - seven days.	Third class of danger. Causes irritation if in contact with eyes. Toxic to rabbits and aquatic animals. Pregnant and lactating bitches, puppies under 10 weeks of age, and dogs weighing less than two kilograms should not be treated. After treatment, you should not pet the animal or allow it near small children for 48 hours. Animals weakened by disease should not be treated. After the operation - only three weeks after the sutures are removed. Do not use together with other similar products (collars, sprays).
Vermicon	Beaphar, Holland/Germany	dimethicone, aloe vera	Against fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, lice, mosquitoes	Dimethicone, forming a sticky film, acts as a trap. The insects become immobilized because their limbs become stuck together, their spiracles become clogged, and they die within 24 hours. Aloe vera penetrates into the deep layers of the dog's skin and softens it, healing bite wounds and disinfecting them.	28 days	No side effects were observed. Do not treat lactating and pregnant bitches, puppies up to 12 weeks. Do not apply to damaged skin.
IN-AP complex	Astrapharm, Russia	aversectin C1, fipronil, praziquantel	Against fleas, ixodid ticks, lice, lice, roundworms and tapeworms	Penetrates the circulatory system. Accumulates in the epidermis, hair follicles and sebaceous glands, distributed throughout the body. Blocks the nerve impulses of insects, causing paralysis and death. Once in the gastrointestinal tract, it destroys helminth tissue.	6 weeks	Not recommended for breeds: Collie, Sheltie and Bobtail. Not suitable for treating lactating and pregnant bitches, as well as puppies under two months old. May cause irritation if in contact with eyes. Do not bathe your dog for 48 hours after treatment. Do not use in combination with other antiparasitic agents.

Features of drops for puppies

Despite the effectiveness and positive reviews about the action of the drugs, not all dogs can use regular drops. Care should be taken when choosing a drug for nursing dogs, sick animals and puppies under 3 months.

When purchasing, be sure to check the age of the pet and talk about the animal’s health status. Otherwise, overdoses of active substances can poison the animal.

HELP : Flea infestation is especially dangerous in pregnant dogs. If the parasites are not removed in a timely manner, then in the future they will interfere with the development of the offspring and can even lead to the death of the puppies.

Read more about flea treatments for puppies in the article.

Advantages and disadvantages of each method of protection (treatment) of dogs

Positive qualities of different products:

collars are less toxic, there is no risk of poisoning the animal;
the spray is effective and can be used to treat the entire surface of the outer integument;
shampoos act gently and protect for a long time;

tablets protect for several months and can be used to protect young animals, pregnant and lactating dogs;
drops are most effective and last a long time.

Negative properties:

collars do not protect the entire body of the animal;
when spraying the spray, there is a risk of the substance getting into the pet’s mouth or nose;

tablets can cause harm, since the active component is slowly eliminated from the body and causes side effects;
shampoos do not kill ticks;
drops may cause allergies.

A pet is examined by a veterinarian after using anti-tick medications.