Dogs scratching, cats have fleas. How to treat all pets and home?

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We have 2 50 lb. hound mixes that we have been using Bravecto on for several years successfully. We also have 5 indoor cats, 2 of which came back from the vet recently with fleas. Our dogs have been scratching non-stop. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 18 years and 3 months old | 55 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Oh no, that's terrible! I can give you a flea treatment program for the cats. First, I would give them 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 their 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. You can also give the dogs Capstar to get rid of the fleas they have on them now. I hope this helps!

Dogs scratching, cats have fleas. How to treat all pets and home?

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