Can animals still get fleas after being treated?

Most flea treatments just kill adult fleas, but fleas can continue to emerge for months after you think an infestation has ended. Regular treatment is the key to keeping fleas at bay, but bathing your pet does nothing to prevent fleas. While many adults will wash away, the eggs will remain.

How long after flea treatment can I let my cat outside?

In fact, many products recommend that you keep your kitty indoors for anywhere up to a week after administering the flea medication, to be certain that the repellent chemicals are active, and your pet is fully protected.

Can fleas spread after treatment?

The cocoon stage in the flea life cycle can remain dormant within your home for many months, so new fleas can continue to emerge for months, even after treatment.

How long do fleas live after spot on treatment?

If you’ve treated your pet with FRONTLINE Spot On or FRONTLINE Plus those fleas will die within 24 hours, and so will have few opportunities to lay eggs (egg laying normally starts 24 hours after feeding), helping you control the infestation in your home.

Why my cat still has fleas after treatment?

The active ingredient in FRONTLINE (fipronil) kills fleas by affecting their nervous system, making them hyperactive before dying. These dying fleas often rise to the top of your pet’s haircoat, so the presence of visible fleas after treating your pet, is a sign that the product is working.

Can my cat go out in the rain after flea treatment?

What happens if my pet gets wet straight after applying FRONTLINE Plus® / FRONTLINE Tri-Act® / FRONTLINE® Spot On? Once FRONTLINE Plus® / FRONTLINE Tri-Act® / FRONTLINE® Spot On has been applied it is recommended to keep your pet out of the rain and away from watercourses for the next 48 hours.

What happens if my cat licks flea treatment?

If an animal is able to lick the product when it is wet on the fur or scratches the area and then licks their foot, the bitter taste of the product can cause the animal to salivate, foam at the mouth, become nauseous or vomit. Also, some cats have been known to become agitated and run around the house.

Where do fleas live outside?

Outdoors, fleas prefer moist, shady, cool places. They especially like shrubs, leaves, and trees, and don’t fare well in sunny areas or open grass.

Why does my dog still have fleas after using frontline?

How long can fleas live in carpet?

In most cases, fleas can live an average of three months in your carpet. However, if no measures are taken to get rid of them and they have you or your pet on which they can continually feed, they can live indefinitely within this environment.