Can I use Hartz UltraGuard for cats on my dog?
No. It is not recommended to use Hartz® UltraGuard® brand flea and tick products on pregnant dogs (or cats). Be sure to read the product labels for full precautions, and contact your veterinarian with any questions.
What happens if you put cat flea medicine on a dog?
Signs of Flea Control Product Toxicity in Cats and Dogs Common signs of toxicity from flea products containing organophosphates are diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, small pupils, muscle tremor, weakness or falling over, and drooling.
Can I put cat flea treatment on a dog?
The natural version, called pyrethrins, is used instead in products meant for cats. Both versions of the chemical are safe for dogs, but owners should still buy a separate product for each pet to assure they’re giving the proper dosage.
What is the best flea treatment for a Chihuahua?
Hands down, one of the strongest and most effective flea medicines for dogs is a product called Frontline. According to their official website, Frontline is also the #1 choice of flea and tick treatment by veterinarians.
How do you get rid of fleas on a Chihuahua?
Scoop water over any fleas you see, brushing them off the dog with your hand. Squeeze small amounts of shampoo onto your chihuahua’s back, sides, chest, neck and legs. Lather and rub well until your chihuahua is clean. Open the drain in the bathing area and let the soapy water out.
Will Dawn dish soap kill flea eggs?
Dawn can potentially kill flea eggs, but they won’t prevent them. If your pet has any flea eggs on them, they will easily be washed off and rinsed down the drain because flea eggs are entirely smooth and don’t stick to the skin or fur very well.
Is Dawn dish soap toxic to dogs?
Ironically, it’s the very thing that makes Dawn and other dishwashing soaps so effective at treating wildlife affected by oil spills and at destinking your pets when they’ve been “skunked” — their excellent grease and oil removing ability — that makes these soaps inappropriate for regular bathing of your pets.
Will hydrogen peroxide kill ticks?
Place the tick in a small container of rubbing alcohol to kill it. Clean the bite wound with rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide.