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My puppy has fleas and ticks. Is flea powder safe or effective?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 2 months and 13 days old

Is it safe to use flea powder on my puppy. He has lots of baby ticks and fleas. How can I get rid of it without using harmful products.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 23rd, 2016

Because Pocholo is 10 weeks old, a flea powder can be used on him, but I would read the label of the specific powder to make sure it is safe. Flea powder isn't an effective flea treatment, and it can cause skin reactions. I would give him Capstar. It's a one time pill that starts killing fleas within 30 minutes. Then follow up with a spot on treatment, such as Advantage or Revolution. This is a treatment that has to be used once a month. You will also have to disinfect the environment. Wash his bedding in hot soapy water, and vacuum the furniture and carpet surfaces. You can use a spray to kill fleas in the house, such as Indorex, or a flea bomb would work well to kill the fleas in the home.

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    Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on August 28th, 2019

    Hello. If the label indicates it is safe to use on puppies 10 weeks & older, then yes you can use it. Otherwise, consider using a topical like Frontline which is safe for puppies 8 weeks & older. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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