A lot of the flea medicine doesn’t get through to his skin and he gets infested again two weeks later. I was wondering if I should give lard ass two doses of the large cat advantage 2. 2. That would be the correct product to use. Dogs: Part the hair at the base of the neck and apply to the skin; do this in one or more spots depending on the size of your dog. I recommend reading the label to get the exact information. Good stuff. My cat weighs 20lbs (male maine coon)… I’m concerned that the 9+ lb dose is not enough. This question should be addressed to your cat’s veterinarian. I panicked and washed a little bit of it off. One can never base science and medicine on perceived amounts such as drops. The product label also provides a number to call for medical issues: 1-800-422-9874. How old does my cat have to be to use Advantage II? He did say that the flea treatment is water proof so you can give the cat a bath with flea soap as long as you wait a couple of hours after the flea treatment. and under should receive 11.5 mg, or half a tablet. Cats are clever. How long would the dryer need to run at the hot temp for them to die? I have 2 cats, they are both about 9lbs. If re-infection occurs, the product can be applied again after 30 days. 5. I’m not qualified to give advice regarding off-label insecticide use. There is one for kittens (2 to 5 lbs), small cats (5 to 9 lbs), and large cats (over 9 lbs). Advantage II flea drops are specifically formulated and tested for cats of certain weights. Even indoor cats need protection against fleas because you or other pets in the household may bring fleas into the home. Cats: Part the hair at the base of the neck and apply the entire tube to the skin. Before using or dispensing any product, read and carefully observe the label directions. Yes! ), retreatment shouldn’t be done more often than once every 14 days. For kittens (2-5 lbs.) Information contained on this site pertains only to the United States of America, and is not intended to provide adequate information for product use. Only a qualified veterinarian will be able to address this issue properly, and give advice on dosage that deviates from the label’s instructions. Unfortunately, I can’t provide much help. Lard ass has fleas the size of a small kitten. I have 2 packets of Advantage II for small cat. Will the advantage small cat dose (5-9 pounds) work on the larger cat? Can I use two of those doses or will the one small dose work on him? Is it going to hurt her? You mentioned that you used one for cats under 10 lbs, but there are two products that fit this category: small cats (2 to 5 lbs) and medium cats (5 to 9 lbs). ), do not retreat more than once every 7 days. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. The truth of the matter is that Frontline Plus is a prepackaged product […] The originating document has been archived. Is this because of his large size? You should check with your vet before giving him another dose -- overdose of flea and tick preventative can be a big deal. Thank you. However, I will say that the medium cat treatment tube contains 0.4 mL. Tori, unfortunately I am not qualified to answer this question. Under normal conditions, one dose will last a month. I am not absolutely certain of the adverse effects of over-dosing. Within 2 weeks there are usually live fleas again. I mixed up my dosages by accident and had my cat that weighs about 6-7 pounds the advantage 2 for large cats. If the infestation is severe and difficult to control, you can re-apply the treatment early (as in the instructions). or is there a higher dose available? During another field study, a 16-year-old cat with renal disease slept in the same place without moving for two days following application. However, I wouldn’t trust any advice posted online about this, as it is against the law to recommend off-label use unless you’re a qualified vet, and you wouldn’t want to overdose your cat. After the washing he seemed to settle down, I do not advise anyone to use this product, it can kill your cat. This is the second time I use it on him, and he is very lethargic. And it’s tested for toxicity with this in mind. Advantage for cats and dogs is a highly effective spot-on treatment and is easy-to-apply. I have been using dosage for 5-9 lb. People with known hypersensitivity to benzyl alcohol, moxidectin, or imidacloprid should administer the product with caution. In households with multiple pets, keep animals separated to prevent licking of the application site. It’s a violation of federal law to use insecticide products in a manner inconsistent with the labeling (so-called off-label use). Now I know I can give him two chewables, one up to 100 lbs and one up to 25 lbs. Fleas don't have to bite your pet to be killed, reducing irritation to your pet. Avoid oral ingestion. Does Advantage II for cats expire? posted by Rock Steady at 11:27 AM on September 21, 2012 [ 1 favorite] Thank you! I just mixed up the flea dosage – I gave my 7lbs cat the dosage for 9lbs I called my vet but they told me to call your company I called your company but they only answer Monday Friday 8-5 I’m really nervous and don’t know what to do ! Since cats absorb chemicals through their skin so easily you are taking a chance using those generics any more frequently than once every month. Harmful if swallowed. Treatment at the base of the head will minimize the opportunity for ingestion by grooming. If eye irritation develops or persists, contact a physician. If you have a question about one of our products, please contact a member of our Veterinary Technical Services team at (800) 255-6826. When Tylenol is eaten, it is taken by the bloodstream to the liver. I’ve seen some incidents where other people’s cats’ fur fell off. I can’t give advice that deviates from the instructions on the label. Do not get this product in the cat's mouth or eyes or allow the cat to lick the application site for 30 minutes. Some of the more common recent questions I’ve received in the clinic regarding f and its use for flea and tick prevention in pets. Protect your cat from fleas with Advantage II Advantage II for Cats 5-9 lbs, 12 Month (Orange) is a topical flea control product that protects pets for 30 days with a single application. just want to confirm. Stiff, matted hair or a damp, oily appearance of the hair may be observed at the application site on some cats. The chemical name of imidacloprid is 1-[(6-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)methyl]-N-nitro-2-imidazolidinimine. I’d recommend contacting your veterinarian for dosage advice. To give CAPSTAR (nitenpyram) Tablets, place the pill directly in your pet's mouth, or hide it … You will be MUCH happier with the results. Respectively, that’s 0.4 mL (0.014 fl oz) and 0.8 mL (0.027 fl oz). Advantage II for Cats To report a suspected adverse event, call 1-800-422-9874. I can’t recommend any course of action. I used on my cat, "Advantage II", but never again, made the cat crazy, he bit and scratched me. However, within 24 hours the treatment will translocate over their whole bodies. My cat is 17-20 lbs. Should you give them an extra dose to keep things from getting out of hand? This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. , reducing irritation to your pets, new drug approvals, alerts and updates product in the cat s... 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