My dog has fleas, but I can't use flea shampoo. What should I use?

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If flea shampoo should be avoided then what should I shower my dogs with ? Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 8 months old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

You can use a dog specific shampoo on Jerry. In terms of treating fleas, I can give you flea treatment program for him. First, 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.

My dog has fleas, but I can't use flea shampoo. What should I use?

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