The side effects of Advantage for cats that are most common include small amounts of hair loss, skin irritation and heavy salivation. Identify normal side effects of Advantage withadvice from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care. Expert: James Talbott Bio: Dr. James R. Talbott is a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, Tenn. Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge
Flea allergies in cats can be treated by administering a monthly flea preventative medication consistently. Prevent fleas from irritating a pet cat with pet tips andadvice from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on cat health. Expert: Carrie Burhenn Contact: www.felinemedicalclinic.com Bio: Dr. Carrie Burhenn is a full-time veterinarian who received her degree in veterinary medicine from Oregon State University in 1990. Filmmaker: Lisa Fenderson
Hi, my husband accidently used the sergants flea medicine instead of the advantage so the fleas on our cats are still there. They also have a lot of flea larva. Is there anything i can put on them now to help get rid of the fleas, even thought I just used flea medicine a few days ago. I’ve heard using it twice is dangerous if you dont wait a month!
Dr. Kevin R. Kazacos, DVM, Ph.D., an expert in parasites at Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine, warns that fleas, ticks and other external parasites are best prevented. Once you let fleas into your home, youll need the help of an exterminator to get rid of them, and ticks a common disease vectors. Preventative treatments for external parasites are widely available and very effective, but you should see your local veterinarian for the best treatments for your pets.