Is there a difference between advantage for dogs and cats?

Is there a difference between advantage for dogs and cats?

Advantage has formulations approved for both dogs and cats, while the product Advantix is intended for use in dogs only. Advantix causes permethrin toxicity in cats, which is a common emergency, especially during the spring and summer months, when fleas are at their peak of peskiness.

Can I use Advantage for cats on my dog?

Can I use Advantage® II for cats on dogs? No, do not use Advantage® II for cats on dogs. Please follow label directions for the application of our flea products.

Which is better Advantage or Frontline?

Advantage II kills fleas, but it does not kill ticks. Frontline Plus kills both fleas and ticks, and kills and repels Mosquitos. For a very heavy flea presence, Frontline is the best choice out of the two.

Does advantage kill mites on cats?

For cats, Advantage Multi® kills fleas, treats and controls ear mites, roundworms and hookworms and prevents heartworm disease — all in one easy-to-use topical application. Plus, it’s the only FDA-approved product indicated for ferrets for the treatment of fleas and prevention of heartworm disease.

Is Advantage bad for cats?

Advantage flea treatment is generally considered to be safe for cats; however, some cats may develop a reaction to the active ingredient. Causes of a reaction include: The medication is absorbed through the skin. The medication can enter the cat’s bloodstream.

What is the difference between Advantage and Advantage II for cats?

The original Advantage was effective at killing adult fleas within 12 hours of application. Advantage II breaks the flea lifecycle by stopping larval fleas from ever developing. This means your cat or dog receives complete flea protection for an entire month, at all stages of the flea lifecycle.

Can I use Advantage II for dogs on my cat?

Can I apply Advantage® II for dogs on my cats? No, do not use Advantage® II for dogs on cats. Please follow label directions for the application of our flea products.

Why can’t you use Advantage 2 for dogs on cats?

Now Advantix and Advantage K9 for dogs are NOT to be used on cats because they are both toxic to them.

Does Advantage II for cats work?

Overall Effectiveness: Advantage II for Cats works within 12 hours to kill fleas and only needs to be applied once per month. The majority of users confirm this effectiveness.

Which is safer for dogs Frontline or Advantage?

Some tests have shown that Frontline kills live adult fleas more quickly than Advantage, but only by a few hours. Another consideration when choosing between Frontline Plus and Advantage II for Dogs is your pet’s risk of exposure. If so, you might consider Frontline Plus.

Is advantage good for cats?

How safe is Advantage Multi for Cats?

Cats may experience hypersalivation, tremors, vomiting and decreased appetite if Advantage Multi for Cats is inadvertently administered orally or through grooming/licking of the application site. The safety of Advantage Multi for Cats has not been established in breeding, pregnant, or lactating cats.

Can I use advantage ® II for Cats on kittens?

You can use Advantage ® II for cats on kittens and cats 8 weeks of age and older. How do I apply Advantage ® II for cats? Applying Advantage ® II for cats flea control to your feline friend is easy and convenient.

How long does it take for advantage blue to kill fleas?

Advantage Blue kills fleas on dogs fast. Advantage kills 98 of fleas within 12 hours and continues to work for up to one month per application. It also breaks the flea life cycle by killing flea larvae. Advantage can be used on puppies as young as 7 weeks old. Also, it is safe for dogs that are pregnant or nursing.

Can advantage II be used on dogs eyes?

Both Advantage and Advantage II can potentially cause some temporary skin sensitivity. If such sensitivity lasts for more than a day or two, talk to your veterinarian. Do not get Advantage II in your pet’s eyes or mouth, and do not allow children to have contact with the application area.

What is adadvantage II flea prevention for cats?

Advantage ® II flea prevention is applied to your cat topically, spreading over the skin and hair. It kills fleas through contact, so fleas do not have to bite your cat to die. With oral flea medications, fleas have to bite your cat and ingest the medication before they are killed.