My dog still has fleas after Frontline. Can I reapply or switch?

Question

On August 21 I used Frontline flea treatment on my dog, per the instructions. He regularly sleeps in bed with me. The next morning there was a large oily spot left behind on my sheets from where he had been laying. I believe it was residue from the Frontline treatment that had not fully soaked into his skin yet. Come today, about 20 days after the initial application, I have seen a few fleas in his fur and I am worried that the treatment may not have had full affect. Can I reapply a new dose? Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 9 months old | 54 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

It is safe to reapply the Frontline now, but in my experience, it doesn't have great flea protection. You may have better luck with Advantage products or a Seresto collar. The best flea protection is the prescription oral flea preventatives, like Bravecto or Nexgard.

My dog still has fleas after Frontline. Can I reapply or switch?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

My degu has a white bump in its fur. Should I take my pet to the vet?

My pet has a skin issue. Is it mites or ringworm? What's the treatment?

My pet's ear mite treatment isn't working. What else could it be?

My rat is losing weight and has breathing issues. What should I do?

My pet has worsening sores and scratches. Could it be an infection?

Share