Guide to Flea and Tick Medication - Ask A Vet

Dr. Courtney Campbell DVM cuts through the confusion about flea and tick medications.
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What is the best flea and tick medication and how often do you really need to apply it?
In this episode, find out the answers to the frequently asked questions about flea and tick medication. You might be surprised by Dr. Campbell's thoughts.
Special thanks to the Animal Medical Center of Southern California
Host: Courtney Campbell, DVM
Coordinating Producer: Dawn Poomee
Editor: Shawn McPherson

[@lexdee523]

Well at least this doc is informative about the products on the table, with his handsome self :)

[@hello_04]

Right 😍! I was listening but distracted because he’s so fine.👀👀

[@lexdee523]

@@hello_04 I can certainly understand the distraction...lol

[@VeggieRoseOfficial]

I can watch him talk all day lol

[@sonhoisauglyone3921]

Same

[@OlObuffalo]

yup

[@User543user]

Right? He needs an Animal Planet show.

[@rupapun287]

👍

[@TheDunzokush]

Snow bunny

[@vangoghmatisse1]

What a handsome doctor.

[@lorilee6577]

Slowdown grls lmao

[@LadyofCleves65]

He reminds me of my Gyno.

[@FirstnameLastname-wx2ck]

Jungle fever

[@MomCheeto4]

A red flag just went up when this vet mentioned the ingredient/chemical "fipronil" in one of these products! Why? Because just before watching THIS video I watched one that talked about a study that showed how "fipronil" can cause a TON of neurological side effects! If a vet is going to tell all about the good stuff why not be perfectly honest and warn pet owners about the bad stuff, too!!? Let us make a choice based on THAT information!

[@pamelastfleurbowles1216]

This is a very good video. I love the way he took the time to clarify everything.

[@g.m.5395]

Professional Thorough Specific Informative *THANK* *YOU*

[@rawgabbit3514]

Guys, don’t take what he said about using dog products for cats (and vice versa) lightly! A long time ago, before I ever knew this, I was desperate to get rid of a flea infestation that was driving my dog nuts, I had an extra cat collar, and I hadn’t known how dangerous these collars could be. Long story short, I left for maybe half an hour after putting the cat collar on my dog to get some groceries, and when I came back, my dog was in a catatonic state. Luckily, he survived, and he’s doing great, but it could have been much, much worse! Do NOT use these products on anything other than what it’s meant for!

[@bryanrojas3478]

he likes every single product

[@Kt-cn2rq]

Brysa Rojas 😁

[@rockysteven1058]

Hi @@amadeopaul4647, Collar's like Seresto are fleas and ticks repellent. Its means parasites will die instantly, as soon as they touch your dog's body. With Bravecto parasites have to bite your dog and then they will die. If your area is Lyme disease effective. Then your vet's collar is giving your dog extra protection, otherwise, you can just use Bravecto.

[@goofball3236]

lol

[@VetSupplyau]

Highly informative video. I usuallly find that pet owners sometimes use dog products on cats and vice versa. This is really fatal. Thanks for sharing this video.

[@fernsettle9489]

I would love to see an updated version of this line up because we now have long acting collars etc. Touching also on whether you can use some other things in conjunction like we needed to do a capstar even though the cats were treated with a monthly... now I have them treated with the cheapy prevententive (because it seemed they were getting immune to the other monthly) and I need to use a Capstar.. I don't know if it's safe. SOOOO many more questions because unfortunately we have became a mini rescue like so many more Americans that have become inundated with neighborhood cats. The face of Vet medicine has to change.. somehow.. to meet more needs. These videos are great.

[@maxtheknife]

I wish my vet looked like this one!!! :)

[@08baby25]

Okay

[@followjustcallme_dell5058]

maxtheknife seriously!!!!

[@7evenLandGmoneyManTaliban]

nigga u gay

[@noname-he5cv]

Got em lel

[@soonermimi53]

maxtheknife Mmmhmmm!

[@annxdablaze9722]

OMG why doesn't my vet look like this 😍😍😍😍

[@nanisenlightment4880]

Love your patience in explaining things thoroughly, I Finally Understood. Thank you Dr. Handsome

[@RickSuaz]

Thank you for this video. A little street kitten came into my life but since I have a Labrador I thought of giving it the dog's flea treatment to the kitty... luckily I saw this vid before doing anything. Tomorrow I have to buy kitty flea and tick treatment.

[@user-sq9yb6nm5u]

So glad I got Advantage II, it literally worked.

[@speakerebox]

THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST HANDSOME VETS I’VE COME ACROSS!!! THE NICE PHYSIQUE AND WAVES FOR ME.

[@sheilawilson2446]

I love your video, it is so simple and complete. Thank you, Dr. Campbell, you are wonderful!

[@beanerschnitzel794]

Revolution is highly recommended by longtime breeders of yorkies in my experience thank you

[@anjaliunni4721]

I love the way you've explained things. I'm from India. I've adopted a street puppy and it's 2 weeks old but it's full of ticks and flies. I've tried removing it but it's too many. How should I get rid of it.

[@trayrite4040]

Go get them treated by professional

[@erikamessina2631]

Well known Flea and tick collars last up to 8 months and it absorbs into the oils throughout the whole body of the dog... they work great

[@billmoyer3254]

Soresto by Bayer,yes

[@Kamoii]

I live in the Caribbean and fleas & ticks are everywhere; I use to use FRONTLINE on my dog but the flea and ticks became immune to this treatment and it no longer was effective. So I decided to use the CERTIFECT, now I must admit that it works better than Frontline but as soon as I would apply it, within 3 to 5 minutes my dog would run around and try to get it off by rubbing in his bed or on the rug. I also noticed that his demeanour would change and he would just lie in one area of the house like he was sick for the entire day and then go back to normal the next day. My local vet told me that the Certifect has been known to kill dogs and have other side effects. My question is “Are there any other treatments that are just as effective as the Certifect but without the side effects?”

[@mddell58]

Kam Kerr That's because it sets their skin on fire. So to speak. Burs their skin so much.

[@queenvic83]

Look into " Vets + Best" it's natural and a good preventative for it, by using herb oils which fleas and ticks hate.

[@TheFarmanimalfriend]

My experience with vets has been universally bad. They are always trying to push procedures that cost major $$$, but do nothing for my kitty's longevity. One vet went so far as to accuse me of not loving my kitty because I refused to pay for procedures that she had admitted were immaterial to extending my cat's life. I told her to never say that again. If she did, I would start yelling profanity laced speech at her. She left the exam room and I never saw her again. They tried to charge me for an extended visit, but desisted after I threatened to call the DA and complain about them. For cat flea treatment call your local cat boarding service and ask what they recommend.

[@laurenarmstrong904]

A cat boarding service?! Sorry I didn’t know that they had a Veterinary degree!! 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@womanwithtoolbelt9171]

I started watching your videos. I watched the one on nail cutting and it really helped me decide as to which one to purchase. Great information, can you do a video on diabetic pets. I saw a post on a popular pet website where someone was using a human blood glucose monitor on there pet. I thought it would be great for you to get the word out on the dangers of doing this.

[@jayb0nd007]

Spray apple cider vinegar with water on your dog and mix coconut oil in the food twice a day in 1 week itching will be gone & fleas will be dead... Tried everything but this helped my German Shepherd who was itching a lot...

[@texastalk86]

jay syed what is the measured mix for the viniger and water spray 1 oz viniger to 2 oz of water per say? Really rather go this route than the harsh chemical route

[@Hautecakes90210]

jay syed Great home remedy. Could you share the recipe increments 😊

[@estebanmeza978]

No, just buy frontline, stop being a cheap ass

[@jaren_c]

@@estebanmeza978 that shit is poison you moron

[@jenniferervin5826]

Agree! My girlfriend remind me (it' summer time the fleas are back) I wait one more month and all Hell break lose, then I want pill for me I don't care how much. my mean husband 200 pounds but I not afraid of him but I am so terrify of flea and that thing is small like tip of my hair. I cal flea is evil.

[@Thunder_Dome45]

Thanks. The reason I came here is it seems every one of the products out there has at least some horrific results. Frontline seems like fleas are immune to now. Some of these topical products has even killed or burned cats. I want to protect them, not kill them (Cats I mean).

[@meowzic]

Right. I'm very afraid to give my cat these products now more than I am of fleas and ticks.

[@laurenpayne8213]

THANK YOU I have 5 puppies and 4 cats and this year had a warm spring and its the worst fleas ive ever seen! usually it is much easier to keep them clean now i need to medicate hard. good info!

[@apen773]

He’s so handsome gosh and smart!

[@BarbaraMorozova]

Ticks adlnd fleas should all die! My poor dog had lots of ticks all of a sudden. This information is very helpful.

[@greentea6018]

I use a few of these products and it made my dog sick .. I try COCONUT OIL and it really work.

[@jojojojo5353]

hi can you describe how you use it?? thanks

[@mluna9cr]

@@jojojojo5353 I can answer that question. Put the coconut in your hands, rub them and pass your hands againts the hair, in all parts of your dog. Do it one or two times a day for 5 days and your dog won't scratch anymore. Also treat your carpet with An insect growth regulator such as Martin's and Put a flea traps such as Victor's

[@jojojojo5353]

@@mluna9cr thanks, i'll try it !!

[@kevinmayers9596]

@@mluna9cr does it works with ticks?

[@mluna9cr]

@@kevinmayers9596 I don't know with ticks

[@reynaldoacevedo6498]

I love how they used a model/actor for this

[@denisehorton2304]

Who cares!!!!! I betcha he's getting paid a hell of lot more than me and u combined. Stop hating and start appreciating.

[@DeathRocket4990]

@@denisehorton2304 So he gets paid for basically having no idea on what he's talking about?

[@5phany5]

@Captain Obvious what do you use then cuz I'm having trouble right now? Pls give a solution

[@SilentMusicNote]

@@5phany5 use dawn soap :3 it kills fleas and ticks

[@bkcalvine]

@@denisehorton2304 Gotta sniff through the sarcasm. /s

[@emelzer5097]

This video was produced in 2013!!! There are new meds now....like bravecto. This is old info.

[@wicksstudio-homebathbody2893]

Very good looking doctor

[@garlictyme2472]

Why do the spot on treatments cost so much? If you have more than one pet, it's a lot of money just for fleas and I don't have it.

[@anisa0]

Garlic Tyme ya same u can use half n half apple side vinegar I bathed my dog in it left it for 10 min they do go a lil crazy tho but I read a comment here someone sprayed the solution on their dog 2x a day so u can try that out. or even blue dawn idk if it works but u have used it when we didn’t have dog shampoo

[@TessC374]

@@anisa0 does this work for Cats?

[@keysig3022]

@@TessC374 you should use coconut oil it really helped my 3 month old kitten and you can do some research on google or see some KZbin videos

[@ptvmel]

@@keysig3022 can you give me more information about this? I really need help because I don’t have enough money to go to the vet :/

[@KamGoesBrazy]

Thank you for this informative video, it was much needed.

[@williamsantiago7303]

Great video and thank you so much for the info. Take care and keep up the good work. God bless you.

[@mumo9413]

Advantage & Frontline plus, has stopped working on my pets. I even shave the back of their shoulders to make sure there is full contact. Any ideas? Trouble is we can't get anything else without prescription. Arghh!

[@empi4106]

Great tips! Thank you for the information.

[@annayyc3381]

Hi. This video is great. Can you do one that is focus more on ticks infestation, instead of flea? Would really appreciate it.

[@brittanyblack9503]

Now he knows good and well no one clicked on this video to learn about fleas while he’s looking like that and with that thumbnail lol

[@hello_04]

😂

[@hotmitche]

Informative and HANDSOME

[@NavigatedChaos]

I am loving the Oni masks in the background.

[@beanerschnitzel794]

Nice to see a black dr

[@magsmonroe6169]

What about diatomaceous earth?

[@michaelkutschara1413]

This guy is Killin it!! 😎🤓

[@nancyjanemadison566]

I was using flea away pills.Didnt work.So got Sergeants flea & tick squeeze on for dogs.My ? is how long should I wait to put drop on her?I stopped giving pills yesterday.Since I heard not to mix.Thanku

[@6061lucky]

What about peppermint oil or Sprays with peppermint In them?

[@bunnythespoo490]

We've had pet rats for years and have given them kitten/puppy revolution for mites, at the recommendation of our exotic pet vet. It works beautifully and never had an issue, even with babies. I only feel safe doing this with revolution.

[@d.lanneacejackson4669]

he fine, I'd take my dog to the Vet every damn week..

[@queenvic83]

🤣🤣🤣

[@queenvic83]

Our pets will be at optimal level..haha!!

[@pimpinpisces73]

🤣

[@JasonDavis-vl4rb]

I used frontline plus on my cats for 6 months! It didn’t even make a subtle change in on cat that was absolutely covered in fleas! For $50-60 bucks a box it should’ve at least kept them at bay! Plus flea shampoos are only good for one thing! Which is hitting the infestation with a one 2 punch until you apply the actual flea medication!

[@mamadontteach4202]

Frontline is worthless. Tear up $70 and flush it down the toilet. Much faster and easier ☺️ Finding that none of these work and it's frustrating.

[@ipimpedurputa]

How's about mentioning if any of these products contain any of the harmful poisons that are causing so much buzz in the pet world with more than half pet fatalities coming from spot on treatments with poisons.

[@gsdmomb530]

ipimpedurputa Exactly. They seem to neglect mentioning it.

[@gsdmomb530]

I use Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade, works great and not toxic

[@gsdmomb530]

***** Dial shouldn't be used on dogs.

[@gsdmomb530]

***** Do your research. Dial should not be used. A bit of the blue Dawn in warm water is much better. People need to realize dogs have a different Ph level then humans. Human soaps and shampoos should not be used period. Again, do your research

[@gsdmomb530]

***** Using it for years is NOT doing your research. Again do your research as I have done MINE. You are putting a soap that should not be used. But you didn't check to see if it was ok, you just decided to do it. Seems like you are just lazy to check. Educate yourself on it.

[@leahallen4861]

Very helpful mr. Veterinarian I know which one to buy thank you for your Insight

[@billmoyer3254]

horrible,dated information

[@excaliburorz]

This is so clear!!! Thank you doc!

[@marleiserashford396]

Great video. Thank you.

[@natali67nat]

How is called the product that combine : fipronil, amitraz and (S)-methoprene

[@rebeccadostie6464]

If we are being honest, isn’t frontline and others, have a poison in it that can give dogs seizures, memory issues and other problems that have at time even killed dogs? Correct me if I’m wrong, but both my dogs had major issues from frontline. Also water proof and if dogs go in water, now we have bad stuff in our waters (that have shown in testing) sorry for buzz kill but I want to be clear on these products.

[@anthonyreyes8868]

Very helpful man thank you great video

[@Caninehandler]

Dang thanks Geordi La Forge for Reading Rainbow and this flea & tick education

[@janefarrer2868]

Please do a video on the toxicity of the products recommended , thank you

[@raychelb6904]

Oppsie you covered it with the 4th item THANK YOU for the video

[@cadywilson5556]

I use Comfortis on my dog, it's a great product; she has a severe flea allergy, but she also has sensitive skin so any topical is a big no-no (she gets even itchier and will rash). I tried the Scalibor flea/tick collar, it worked for the first 6 months (yes a flea/tick collar that lasts that long) but she started loosing her fur around her neck the second time around, so stopped that immediatly. She gets regular Lyme's disease vaccinations; too bad there's no oral tick preventative.

[@liztausch]

Cady Wilson Comfortis killed all my dogs ticks. He was infested.

[@duanemcdonald6960]

@thepetcollective Can we do an updated version for 2020?

[@roxigrl2444]

I would love to hear your take on NexGuard and Bravecto both of which my Vet recommends but I dont want to chemically injure my dogs. They come with warnings on the pkg for seizures. My older cat seems to have developed a severe reaction to REvolution. She starts throwing up panting, lethargic, and wont eat for days! Of course I stopped giving it to her and now she is an indoor cat. But she has serious health issues now. I swithed her to holistic everything. But the dogs are outdoors with us in the woods and I just dont know what to do.

[@paulrosenberg5631]

Wonder job, presentation and content.

[@bigmama2584]

I have a question if your cat is infested with fleas and you give it the cat pill or early that’s 24 hours how long after you give the cat the pill can you give them revolution

[@bgregg55]

I tried Advantage II on my puppy & he still got fleas. Thought I was doing the right thing heading off a potential infestation but I guess it's hit or miss with these products.

[@yanadashevski8243]

Try Seresto, I have been using it for the past 13 years.

[@13nlsc]

It’s not working on my dog either. Advantage multi

[@mrsbrownsugarsweetz]

The last two are by prescription only??? Trifexis is great but What can be bought over the counter?

[@kimberlykyle6451]

Uuum where is his office I need to make a trip!

[@leonardo-mg1uc]

thanks doc you are the gem i was searching for on youtube my dog got his eye swelled by itching

[@mistyblue526]

Don't really understand the idea behind killing the tick AFTER the bite. Some medicine only work after dogs are bitten. What is the point?

[@jaelabraham6127]

Great info. Thank you Dr. Yummy Pants.

[@freaky459]

if you have several smaller cats and dogs, can you buy the flea treatment for large dogs and just divide D/HxQ?

[@1M005E1]

Frontline plus is horrible, not made the same as 10 years ago. It's more watered down, so you will have to go buy more of it. Capstar is the worse of them all. My dog became very deathly ill from 1 pill.

[@grey3414]

I just want to ask how often should frontline be applied? Like every month? Every 3 months? How long does the effects lasts?

[@tomh8782]

I was just wondering what the difference is between Frontline plus Flea and Tick treatment vs Frontline Tri-Act Flea and Tick treatment for dogs are?

[@billyrizzo7893]

When you say don’t bathe 2 days before and 2 days after. Are you referring to the pet or the pet owner ?

[@nickhubert3804]

I love “super safe” neurotoxins/pesticides for my pets too. Oh don’t check out the EPAs reported cases for dog deaths and seizures from the collars…. It’ll just make you sad

[@matthewbaxter5398]

Thanks for the info!

[@WHEREVER-I-ROAM]

Reviews for sergeants dual action With natural oils

[@leahallen4861]

Very helpful now I know which one to buy thank you so much mr. Veterinarian

[@pecabu7824]

Fire information .. thank you from Miami FL

[@k.g1686]

Can you do a video for people new to owning a dog? And things to do when you first get a rescue

[@bkirstie]

K. G take them to a vet

[@nccrchurchunusual]

Doesnt the meds on the skin get on my skin when scratch my pet and all over my house when said pet rolls on my couch/bed? No bueno.

[@cheycheyasmr7887]

every time i ask my vet about an effective flea killer and preventative he always insists that the kind you buy at the pet store does not work and the only effective ones are the prescription ones that are like $70 a month, why is that? is it true or is he just selling me on something?

[@freetob1]

My cat now has seizures and it started after using flea medications, maybe coincidence but I don't know what to do anymore. SO TIRED OF THIS!!!

[@julierobinson5980]

We are in UK and have been battling fleas with everything since April. Nothing seems to work 🙁

[@JJ14277]

Where can I purchase this product called selim ector is this safe for cats and dogs and how much does it cost and where can I buy it?

[@pewee2496]

Thanks Doc!

[@brianorella6086]

Is flea and tic medication, the same as lice med

[@krgood9008]

What would you recommend for a puppy, (indoor outdoor puppy) at 8 weeks old? Ive heard capstar for the adults mixed with something that keeps the eggs and larvae from developing like frontline plus. But i have no idea when to start treatment in something that young. Its a medium breed dog, mutt Australian sheppard, blue heeler german sheppard

[@NeilKudro]

But does these chemicals cause cancer in dogs?

[@carolmelton7834]

Exactly the info I needed!

[@nanisenlightment4880]

Dr. I Learn a lot from watching your channel. I've got two questions if you don't mind, My cat is an indoor cat, and have had him since 2004, and is neutered, because of his age, I'm concerned if I should look out for signs or symptoms of any kind , and if at his age what do you recommend for fleas and ticks just in case. 2nd I Adopted 2 dogs That are my babies and stay outside, now my yard is mostly dirt, and that causes concern because I was told that there's a lot of fleas in the dirt, anyway they are boxer/ pit and are 5 months, what do you recommend me use on the yard, dirt and on them?

[@zleepyjan]

Thank you so much.

[@mindilinispinster4309]

Does non oral flea medication work better if you dont wash your animal prior to treatment? How long after you give the medication does it start to work; when will i see less scratching?

[@YooperParadiseNails]

Hey doc very informative I have a male intact 9.5 lb. Chorkie who is about 6 in human years. My current vet found something that indicated he may eventually suffer kidney failure requires a 4 d combination test to monitor thought he had a UTI when I got him back in 2015....I have a lot of success with the Hartz ultra guard pro triple action in preventing fleas he has them pretty bad to the point where they are on his face around the tear stain area (long story on how he got them and the first and only time he had ever had them) I also have a flea comb. Needing advice on how to treat him with some OTC products could you email me please to assist me further? I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks!!!

[@aprilmiller6767]

You are not mentioning that these products when used can be found in almost every major organ in the pet's body and can cause serious problems. It was discovered that dogs who live near lakes that the pesticides in these products were found in the water far above normal levels. Bottom line: your pet licks these areas and ingests these pesticides. How is this not harmful?

[@dwightstewart7181]

I was told (to speed the spread of the medication more evenly) to split the medication between the shoulder blades and upper rear back of my large dog (two locations - both areas the dog cannot lick or gnaw). Is this the proper way to apply the medication or was I mislead?

[@Phirwohihua]

What does it mean”do not wait 2 days before and after application of this product”

[@christinekoenig5669]

It's wash or bathe!!

[@mnnomad1870]

How do you feel about Vectra 3D?

[@Pari_Pixie]

I used to swear by Seresto collars. But recently bought two for my cats and they’re literally doing nothing. I’m assuming they’ve changed the product. I used to not see one flea on my cats with Seresto collars and they really did last for months. But the ones I just got? Nothin Hence why I’m watching this video. I’m so tired of fleas. 😩

[@davidhubach5528]

get to the point , what works best