Bathing will wash off fleas, but if given too soon it can compromise the effectiveness of treatment. Do fleas die in the winter? But cold temperatures don't kill flea eggs—they just slow down the life cycle. Fleas can hatch all through the winter. What to do after applying Frontline? Your pet should not get wet for 48 hours after you apply Frontline. Do not bathe your pet after applying Frontline.
Frontline should be effective on its own to treat fleas and ticks. A flea bath or dip is not necessary. Do not let your cat or dog swim for 48 hours after applying Frontline. Can I pet my dog after flea treatment? How soon can I wash my dog after flea treatment? As a general rule of thumb, when applying any spot-on, topical, or at times even oral medication to your pet, it is best to wait at least 48 hours before bathing.
In the case of flea and tick prevention, this allows the product to begin working effectively. Can I use Frontline every 2 weeks? Amy Brantley has been a writer since , contributing to numerous online publications. She specializes in business, finance, food, decorating and pets. Dog Grooming. By Amy Brantley. Bathe Before Application Because dogs can't be bathed for 48 hours once Frontline Plus is applied, it's a good idea to bathe your dog before applying the medication.
The manufacturer, Merial, advises the same hour interval for the spray form of Frontline. If you know your dog will require a bath around the time his Frontline application is due and you cannot wait to bathe your dog for several days after application, bathe the dog before application. Apply the Frontline product once his coat is completely dry after his bath. Your dog might run through a puddle or get caught in the rain, or get wet in any number of incidental ways.
Unless he gets utterly dripping drenched within 2 days of Frontline application, you won't have to worry about reapplying since it's waterfast. During the month between Frontline applications, your dog can do swimming or take a bath -- but the more he does, the less effective the Frontline may be toward the end of the month.
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