My dog has stubborn fleas and skin scabs. What gentle treatments work?

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My dog has fleas, And gets sick from flea collars. I have washed him with flea and tick shampoo, brushed him with flea brush, tried essential oils, tried flea drops, cleaned mine & his materials, and the fleas are soo stubborn. He’s had them for months and his skin is reacting terribly to it. Is there any other option I can try that will not irritate his skin ?? Please help (THE PHOTO IS SCABS) I brush the fleas off every chance i get. He still wakes up with them. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 5 months old | 14 lbs

Maria DVM · Accepted Answer

I am so sorry Koda is having this issue. There are other options then flea collars and topicals to help get rid of and prevent fleas. You can use pills. The pills require a prescription so you would have to make an appointment with your veterinarian. Regarding the scabs, this can be a secondary bacterial infection that might require oral antibiotics and/or a medicated shampoo. I would recommend bringing Koda to the veterinarian to have them evaluate his skin. Regarding your home, it can take 3 months to kill the flea cycle and at home cleaning is super important. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog has stubborn fleas and skin scabs. What gentle treatments work?

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