FrontlinePlus or Advantix
Most dogs need flea meds, and the ones in the grocery store are useless (at least in my experience). So I started our little pooch on FrontlinePlus from the time she was about 8 months old. Then I changed vets and the new vet carried Advantix, so we switched. Perhaps in the 6 years that have passed, my dog has also developed allergies that make her itchier than she was before. But I have to say that I think FrontlinePlus works much better. The dose is more medication, and it just seems to keep the fleas away for longer. In fact, there were times I would apply the FrontlinePlus less frequently than recommended, since the fleas were staying away. With the Advantix I was noticing fleas on her before the month was up. Not good.
I've also been on the hunt for itchy dog remedies and found the following recommendations: fish oil pills, oatmeal baths, soap-free shampoos, food that does not contain corn or wheat, spinach, and omega 3 & 6 vitamin supplements.
Anyone have input on the flea meds? Or itchy skin?
Labels: Advantix, dog, flea meds, FrontlinePlus, itchy, remedy
2 Comments:
Is the itchiness in a specific place? I had a dog that turned out to be allergic to wool (as in carpet). That was problematic. If it's dry skin, then fish oil pills will probably help. You could also try making your own dog food which often helps. Rice and ground beef or chicken, with some peas and/or carrots works well and is inexpensive.
She's pretty itchy all over. I do try to give her veggies to snack on, she likes them. But I just worry that if I start making her food she will get all particular about what she eats. Doxies...so tempermental.
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