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Should I use flea shampoo or prescription pills for my dog after parvo?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 7 months and 12 days old | 22 lbs

hello, may i ask if it's better to stick using anti tick & flea shampoo, or ask a veterinarian for a prescription for flea pills, he survived parvovirus and is active and doing well

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on March 4th, 2019

Hi there. I would definitely recommend using a prescription flea/tick medication from your veterinarian such as Nexgard or Bravecto - these meds are much more effective and also safer than flea/tick shampoos.

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