Flea & Tick Medicine Used for Cats And Dogs

Fleas and ticks can be a nuisance to dogs, cats and their owners. If left untreated, infestations may require medical attention. Pet owners have several options for medicines to protect their pets from fleas and ticks.

  1. Symptoms of Fleas and Ticks

    • A flea or tick problem is easily identified by excessive itching. Depending on the severity of the flea and tick infestation, some dogs and cats may develop anemia because of blood loss. Fleas and ticks can cause a range of health problems, from skin infections to serious diseases like Lyme disease.

    Flea Dips and Shampoos

    • Flea dips, shampoos and sprays, such as Adams Flea and Tick Dip and Mist, Bio Spot Flea and Tick Mist and Spray, and Drs. Foster &Smith Flea and Tick Shampoo, can help eliminate fleas in their various life cycles.

    "Spot-on"Treatments

    • Monthly "spot on" treatments include Frontline, Advantage, Sentinel and Revolution. Revolution and Sentinel are available only through veterinarians.

    Flea and Tick Collars

    • Collars are longer-lasting treatments than monthly "spot on" therapies. Some pet owners prefer the collars to topical treatments because of the oily residue that "spot on" treatments can leave.

    Other Flea and Tick Remedies

    • If a home has an infestation, a deep cleaning and a household spray or "fogger" may be needed to rid the environment of the bugs. Fleas can reproduce and transfer between hosts quickly and easily, and getting rid of the pests can be an arduous process.