Flea Treatment Problem

Rosie · 17-07-2006, 10:33 AM

Alfie was given Frontline spray on his first visit to the vet and for about 4 to 5 hours after could not stop scratching, so much so I phoned the vet who said it was probably just a reaction and to leave him and it would settle (which it did eventually). Anyway I am supposed to do him again in about 2 months but don't want to put him through that again. Any suggestions?

CathyW · 17-07-2006, 11:35 AM

some times its the fleas having a final *party* doing their nuts at the frontline. thats my technical term for it sorry.

logoes · 17-07-2006, 03:41 PM

I had a cat who developed a stomach ulcer after I used Frontline on her, it was only when I used it a second time, with the same result that the Vet and I came to the conclusion that she was having a massive reaction. From then on I just sprayed her bed and the carpets etc. with a flea killer spray. It kept her clear of fleas . Logoes

yola · 17-07-2006, 03:50 PM

Maybe try one of the other treatments? The one I use is Advantage, but there are several on the market.

CJK · 17-07-2006, 04:03 PM

darcy had a reaction to advantage but is fine on frontline. AS Yola says tohugh there are quite a few on the market. Some good oens that worm at the same time too now.

Fran · 17-07-2006, 06:23 PM

Perhaps you could try the spot-on applications rather than the spray? It's just a small concentrated amount on the back of the neck rather than having to spray the cat all over. Good luck, let us know how you get on

Mags · 17-07-2006, 06:33 PM

I agree with Fran, try the spot-on application........I use it on Cassie and have had no problem with it......

Kay · 17-07-2006, 11:18 PM

Try Capstar tablets they kill all fleas within 24 hours and spray the enviroment. You can get Capstar from most vets or from www.wormers.co.uk cheaper. Hope this helps.

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