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My dog is pregnant and has fleas. How will they affect her puppies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female

My dog is pregnant and going to have puppies soon, I was wondering what I need to know to help her and the puppies, also we have been battling fleas for a few weeks now and they are still not all the way gone, how will they affect the puppies?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 9th, 2017

Regarding the fleas, there is a product called Frontline spray that can be used on puppies as young as 2 days of age, this is the only product you can use on young puppies so if you are still having a flea problem i would recommend buying it ahead. Regarding your first question, the following link has everything you need to know about taking care of the puppies and the mother: http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2 2108

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