[nagdu] Flea Preventitaves

[Jenny Keller]

Hi,

I know I'm coming into this conversation late.  But I had some issues that prevented me from being on the computer.

Brooks was somehow allergic to Front Line, and would shake, and go lay in a ball for a few hours till whatever was going on stopped.  

Again, Southeastern just said that he just didn't like the feeling of the medicine on him.  But when I got up here, and told the vet what was going on, they told me with no uncertain terms never to put that on him again.

They suggested Sentinal, which is a pill, like confortis, that kills fleas, not ticks though, and heart worms.

If this has already been suggested, I'm sorry.  

You have to get Sentanel at your vet.  

Jenny
On Aug 30, 2012, at 10:34 AM, Karyn & Thane wrote:

> I am sorry you are having flea problems. Over the last couple years at 
> least, its been known that there are some counterfeit products of Frontline 
> out there- some even unknowingly being purchased by vets. It could be 
> related to this but for whatever reason a change is needed for you.
> Before making a change (especially with a guide dog you rely upon) I'd do 
> some research. Vets are not always privy to the info on Adverse Event 
> Reports. They just dont have the time to look everything up and take care of 
> all their clients unfortunately with the booming industry of Veterinary 
> care.
> That puts some of the research (sometimes all) in our hands.
> I'd do a search on Adverse Event Reports and the name of the product. That 
> should bring up the information as well as how to make a report so one you 
> have experienced is counted (since vets also dont geneerally report anything 
> that doesn't happen in front of them)
> I learned about all of this the hard way when I nearly lost Met to 
> Advantage.
> I tend to try a more holistic approach as much as possible. Build the health 
> of the animal, use alternative methods for prevention of fleas, and as a 
> last resort I use old school capstar with Thane.
> During a flea outbreak you need to clean up the environment like Debbie did. 
> There are lots of methods to do that- some are very harsh on you and the 
> environment (and especially a dog living on the floor) while others not so 
> bad- again do your research by looking up the MSDS on the product or to be 
> more thorough look it up on each of the products ingredients.
> I live with profound multiple chemical sensitivities and work with Border 
> Collies (a more sensitive breed in general ) so I am more inclined to get 
> all the facts before trying things.
> One of the things I prefer to use the most is diluted raw apple cider 
> vinegar. I wipe Thane down really well no more than once a day but usually 
> about every third day. For my needs I have to use a mask and gloves and do 
> it outside but most of you should be fine doing this without those 
> protections.
> I use a 32 ounce bottle and use anywhere from 1-4 capfuls. The rest of the 
> 32 ounces is water. Shale well before using. Some people use more but start 
> with the lowest amount  and work up (never use it full strength) Do not use 
> around the face- top of head, neck and body use only
> From what I understand fleas don't like the smell.
> If I had to choose a regular flea product to use in a dog without any of the 
> precautions in its history, I'd probably opt for Comfortis
> You can also make your own flea traps or buy flea traps to use to help in 
> keeping environmental numbers to a minimum. Keep in mind though that these 
> just are an aid. Fleas tend to go to the warm animal bodies first. They can 
> definitely cut down the numbers.
> There are also a number of herbal remedies/ sprays that can be used 
> (formulas you can make or buy) for those wanting to cut down on the 
> chemicals being used/ absorbed into their dogs bodies.
> 
> Karyn and Thane 
> 
> 
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