At what age can you use Frontline on a puppy? This is a question that many pet owners have, as they strive to keep their puppies safe and healthy. Frontline is a common topical flea and tick medication that is applied directly to the skin at the base of the skull. This medication is generally safe to use on puppies from 8 weeks of age and older. However, before using Frontline on a puppy, it is important to discuss the product with your veterinarian, as there are some important considerations to keep in mind. In this blog post, we will discuss at what age you can use Frontline on your puppy, as well as some important safety information about the product. We will also provide you with tips for using Frontline safely and effectively on your puppy.
A quick intro to Frontline Plus and its ingredients
A well-known and well-liked flea and tick prevention product by the name of Frontline Plus is produced by Merial. Frontline Plus uses a unique approach to combat these frequent external parasites, and is regarded by many veterinarians as one of the most effective flea and tick preventative and control treatments available.
The medication is delivered in a single-dose pipette that combines the two drugs fipronil and methoprene. These ingredients differ from conventional insecticides in that they kill fleas as well as repelling them. Fipronil eliminates adult fleas on your pet within 24 hours by attacking their nervous systems.
Methoprene kills flea larvae and eggs by imitating a growth hormone. In fact, it prevents the immature fleas from maturing and acquiring the capacity for reproduction. Over the course of four weeks, the ingredients in Frontline Plus work together to effectively break the flea life cycle and significantly lower the risk of reinfestation.
Treat all pets in your home
One of the keys to efficient flea control for your pets is to disrupt the flea life cycle. However, another thing to keep in mind is that if you don’t treat all of your pets, you’ll constantly have new infestations to deal with. Keep in mind that all pets, regardless of age, must receive an effective flea treatment.
For humans, blood-sucking, high-jumping fleas are probably just an annoyance, but for pets, they can lead to suffering and ill health. Skin complaints, hair loss, and itching are frequent, and young or weak animals may develop anemia from an untreated flea infestation. This means that for your puppy’s or kitten’s health and wellbeing, flea control is especially crucial.
What to do if my puppy has fleas?
FAQ
Can you put Frontline on a 8 week old puppy?
The good news is that Frontline Plus can be safely administered to puppies and kittens starting at 8 weeks of age. A sister product to Frontline Plus is suggested for pets older than 8 weeks old to provide flea control.
Can you put Frontline on a 10 week old puppy?
Puppies 8 weeks and older who weigh at least 2 kg can use FRONTLINE Tri-Act® FOR DOGS and FRONTLINE Plus® as flea treatments.
Can you put Frontline on a 7 week old puppy?
The majority of flea and tick treatments for puppies should not be applied until they are at least seven to eight weeks old (see chart below).