I have one dog and one cat. They have been taking these tablets for 7 days. Their coats look healthier but we still have fleas. How long does it take to be rid of the fleas?
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I don't know because I also use the topical flea medicine, but when I don't use the topical flea stuff every month as recommended, I have noticed that it helps in keeping the fleas off. I ran out a couple of weeks ago and I'm waiting for my new bigger bottle. Should be here this week. The weather is cooler so thank heaven the fleas aren't as bad. But I do like the product alot. I hope I have helped.
1118246
I don't know the exact answer to that, but our vet told us that any flea medicine can take up to 3 months. This is because of the life cycle of fleas. If you kill adults, they may have already laid eggs which cannot be killed until the eggs hatch, etc.
1118247
Just for info, I have been giving this to my dog for years. It aids in deterring fleas, helps promote skin care but without REAL flea repellent this is not for you. You still need triflexis ( and a good tick collar) or some real flea medicine, alaskan salmon oil for their skin, coat n heart. Glucosamine chews for their joints. Good dry salmon dog food made in the USA, plain yogurt fir their digestion, green bean for fillers, puréed vegetables added to their food.
1118248
My dog didn't have many fleas at all. I only saw on one or two her and bought this stuff immediately. She was flea free in a few days. If the infestation is bad it may take longer. Wash the pets bedding. There will be eggs in there. Good luck!
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I too checked this out. Once their coats become healthier and the garlic gets in their system, the fleas will naturally go else where. I bathe my dog about once a week with a good flea bath. Dawn and a flea shampoo that conditions her hair. I see fewer every time I check her. Make sure that you wash good and leave the bath on for at least five minutes. Keep up the tablets every day so the build up of the yeast and garlic stays consistent. our yard is frequented by stray cats and other wild animals so the fleas are present in the yard. If you can spray the yard with cutter yard for fleas. That will help a great deal. I too checked this out. Once their coats become healthier and the garlic gets in their system, the fleas will naturally go else where. I bathe my dog about once a week with a good flea bath. Dawn and a flea shampoo that conditions her hair. I see fewer every time I check her. Make sure that you wash good and leave the bath on for at least five minutes. Keep up the tablets every day so the build up of the yeast and garlic stays consistent. our yard is frequented by stray cats and other wild animals so the fleas are present in the yard. If you can spray the yard with cutter yard for fleas.... » Read More I too checked this out. Once their coats become healthier and the garlic gets in their system, the fleas will naturally go else where. I bathe my dog about once a week with a good flea bath. Dawn and a flea shampoo that conditions her hair. I see fewer every time I check her. Make sure that you wash good and leave the bath on for at least five minutes. Keep up the tablets every day so the build up of the yeast and garlic stays consistent. our yard is frequented by stray cats and other wild animals so the fleas are present in the yard. If you can spray the yard with cutter yard for fleas. That will help a great deal. « Show Less
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I just started in May (in South Florida's Super Big FLEA season) on my new dog. She is not kept apart from other dogs and I let her sniff everywhere and, so far, knock on wood, she has no fleas! I would tend to agree with L. Lewis below that it takes a few days to get into the dog's system and cells so that the fleas are repelled. Meanwhile, almost everyone new we meet comments on how beautiful her coat is.
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That is what is recommended and that's what I do, but I have always had smaller dogs (largest being about 30 lbs.) It does seem like a lot per dog but they are relatively inexpensive and a 1000 tablet bottle will last a long time. I currently have 9 dogs and give 13 pills daily and a bottle lasts me about 3 months. The product really does work I have used it for over 25 years and only once in all those years did I ever have a flea problem and I have always have multiple dogs (anywhere from 5 to 13 at any given time) and also live in a rural wooded area. I swear by them and I think it would be worthwhile giving them a try. They also improve coat and skin conditions. Hope I was of some help to you. That is what is recommended and that's what I do, but I have always had smaller dogs (largest being about 30 lbs.) It does seem like a lot per dog but they are relatively inexpensive and a 1000 tablet bottle will last a long time. I currently have 9 dogs and give 13 pills daily and a bottle lasts me about 3 months. The product really does work I have used it for over 25 years and only once in all those years did I ever have a flea problem and I have always have multiple dogs (anywhere from 5 to 13 at any given time) and also live in a rural wooded area. I swear by them and I think it would... » Read More That is what is recommended and that's what I do, but I have always had smaller dogs (largest being about 30 lbs.) It does seem like a lot per dog but they are relatively inexpensive and a 1000 tablet bottle will last a long time. I currently have 9 dogs and give 13 pills daily and a bottle lasts me about 3 months. The product really does work I have used it for over 25 years and only once in all those years did I ever have a flea problem and I have always have multiple dogs (anywhere from 5 to 13 at any given time) and also live in a rural wooded area. I swear by them and I think it would be worthwhile giving them a try. They also improve coat and skin conditions. Hope I was of some help to you. « Show Less
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The Vet info cited is inconsistent with the literature I have read. Spinosad (Comfortis) administered orally kills all fleas within 4 hours. It is also used in plant insecticides. My experience is, it is the most effective treatment I have used.
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I have a cat who spends a majority of his time outdoors, so I tried it on him first. It's supposed to stop working this month and still no signs of fleas or ticks. I'd say it started working within a week but likely much sooner.
1119173
No idea. I had fleas for over two years and one treatment of conquer has eliminated them. None in almost 12 months now.
199106
It only kills fleas. The package states "For treatment of flea infestations on dogs." It's commonly used by Vets when they have to see a dog that is full of fleas, as it kills most fleas within 30 minutes and the rest within 4 hours. I use a monthly flea treatment and only use Capstar when my dog has "playtime" with some dogs, whose owners don't use flea meds. My pet comes home with 30 or so fleas each time and this kills them right away. Fleas make my dog miserable, so this product works great. I still flea comb him as Capstar may leave a flea or two alive.
2260438
I'm not sure, I think it is a couple of days. The garlic scent has to go out thru their skin. It's enough for the fleas & ticks but not so much that they smell bad to us.Our fleas are so bad this year w/ hardly anything working I'm not even sure how well they are working but I do think the dogs are better. I know I used them in the past w/ complete satisfaction. All I can say is try it & see if they work for you. Good luck!!
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The company said it would take two weeks, but I would recommend a professional pest control(which I did after I couldnt stand scratching). It can go away in 3-5 days compare to this powder. What the powder does was mess up their environment so I saw more fleas than before because they were trying to escape from it. They dont die in the first days. Hope it helps!
331576
seemed to work pretty quickly. I haven't had any more problems with fleas. I used it last summer...so I really don't remember how long it took, but it did work.
85157
I have 2 cats, ages 3 and 9. They have had flea treatments since they were old enough [see directions on product]. They have had no adverse reactions and it does work. Maybe you should consult with a vet before using it on an elder kitty - who hasn't used the product before? - to see if the dosage & ingredients would pose a problem.
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I would call The company on that. Ill say if you have fleas in your house on the carpet you should dust or with a layer of salt and leave it for like 2 days it will naturally dry them out and it will vaccum up later. I would do this while you treat the cat since that tends to be how they stay in the house. I'm not a fan of over doing chemicals.
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All I can say is it worked on a 60 pound mix breed and my 85 pound mix. They will die off...the fleas ..I n 20-30ish minutes then its bath time to remove the debris and carcasses lol. Always good to flea bomb your house after if possible let. Good luck
2260681
I use to have a ton fleas, and I tried taking using 20 mule team borax soap from the grocery aisle. I left it on the rug for about 5 days, and that worked! The reason for the 5 days, is that when a flea is dying it tries to hatch its eggs. They can't breathe with the boric soap, and when the eggs start hatch they are already dead
751024
Similar, but Capstar is a short term solution, only lasts about 72 hours- 1 week. Safe to give young puppies 2# and above until you can switch your pet to Comfortis or a different Flea & Tick Medication that will last 1 month. Capstar is a different kind of medication called Nitenpyram.
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I have only been using it for one month, but it seems to have worked just as well. No issues with fleas or anything else. I would say its hard to know so far, but coming up on our second application, all seems well. Hope that helps!
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I have used this product on my cat for 14 years. I have never seen even one flea on her. I empty the tubes into a glass vile and use only what is recommended for my cat. She gets treated once a month. Advantage has never failed her. Buying in bulk is a whole lot cheaper than buying those small, single-use tubes for cats.