How to Apply Revolution Flea Control

Revolutions brand flea control medicine is a veterinarian-prescribed topical skin treatment for either cats, which are at least 8 weeks of age, or dogs, which are at least 6 weeks of age. Medicine from the product is absorbed through the skin of the pet and is generally nonirritating with side effects, such as digestive upset or temporary hair loss near application site, occurring in less than 1 percent of treated animals. The Revolutions product eradicates adult fleas and eggs, controls and treats roundworms and ear mites and contains heartworm preventative medicine.

Things You'll Need

  • Veterinary prescription
  • Revolution flea control medicine
  • Towel
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Instructions

    • 1

      Obtain a prescription for Revolutions brand flea control medicine suitable for the pet type to be treated from a registered vet. Purchase the product through either the veterinary office, if available, or through an online pet pharmacy.

    • 2

      Set up the area which will be used for the product application process before gathering up the dog or cat. Ensure all supplies are within easy reach and no breakables are near in the event the pet becomes spooked during the application. Cover counter, floor or table where treatment will occur with a towel in case of product spill. Break the sealed packet of the Revolutions brand flea control medicine applicator packet and stand it upright for quick use.

    • 3

      Prepare the pet securely and comfortably for easy access to the base of its neck, between the back of the head and the shoulder blades. Spread the pet's fur to expose bare skin and squeeze the entire amount of liquid product in the premeasured packet onto the exposed skin. Application of the Revolution brand flea control medicine in this location hampers the ability of the pet to lick or scratch the product off once applied.

    • 4

      Hold the pet for approximately two minutes to inhibit movement. This allows the product to spread across and to start absorbing into the skin surface before the pet regains free range of motion to rub or roll onto the area.

    • 5

      Repeat this application process monthly on the same date until the pet has been fully treated with the veterinary subscribed amount of Revolutions brand flea control medicine. Common dosages range from three to six treatments covering three to six months.