Welcome to Sphynxlair! Connect with Sphynx owners & enthusiasts around the world!
Facebook
Twitter
youtube
Instagram
Contact us
RSS
Donate
Sphynx Information Center
Rescue & Adoption
Search titles only
By:
Menu
Forums
New posts
Search forums
What's new
New posts
New media
New media comments
Latest activity
Media
New media
New comments
Search media
Members
Registered members
Current visitors
Donate
Log in
Register
What's new
Search
Search
Search titles only
By:
New posts
Search forums
Menu
Log in
Register
Navigation
Install the app
Install
More options
Contact us
Close Menu
Forums
Sphynx Cat Chat
Sphynx Cat Questions?
Flea Treatment?
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Reply to thread
Message
<blockquote data-quote="PitRottMommy" data-source="post: 2883" data-attributes="member: 147"><p>If you use a quality preventative, you needn't worry about about toxicity. I, personally, use Advantage Multi on all of my sphynx and they're all alive and well (and Baldwin's been receiving monthly doses for 16 months now). </p><p></p><p>I have personally called and spoken with representatives for each product, called poison control for each product and searched VIN (Veterinary Information Network) for any cases and NONE exist. </p><p></p><p>I am not certain where the misconception started, but I believe it to be poorly informed breeders. Sphynx can get fleas. They simply don't get the infestation that haired cats do. Believe me, I've seen them on my cats before when the dogs bring them in from outside. </p><p></p><p>Using frontline doesn't mean your cat won't get fleas, it means your cat won't keep that particular flea won't survive after it has accessed your pet. Frontline is a wonderful product for preventing infestations, but if you're seeing a large number--you likely have a very large amount in your environment. Try taking this quiz to know: <a href="http://frontline.us.merial.com/prd_q.asp">http://frontline.us.merial.com/prd_q.asp</a>. It's sponsored by the product you're using and its free. Make sure to wash all bedding, blankets, and other popular items used by your cats before returning your companions to the area. Also, they shouldn't be home while its sprayed. It needs to be dry before they can return, otherwise toxicity can occur.</p><p></p><p>So, in short, pick a quality product and go with it. I slap on a pair of exam gloves, pour the Advantage Multi into my hands, rub together and apply all over to kitty. It won't absorb into the skin without some help, so I recommend doing it this way so you don't absorb more than your companion does. </p><p></p><p>Just do not use a shoddy flea/tick preventative like Hartz or Sargeants. These products cause seizures and death in cats everyday. The FDA is trying hard to get them removed from the market. Until then, watch what you buy and you'll be fine.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="PitRottMommy, post: 2883, member: 147"] If you use a quality preventative, you needn't worry about about toxicity. I, personally, use Advantage Multi on all of my sphynx and they're all alive and well (and Baldwin's been receiving monthly doses for 16 months now). I have personally called and spoken with representatives for each product, called poison control for each product and searched VIN (Veterinary Information Network) for any cases and NONE exist. I am not certain where the misconception started, but I believe it to be poorly informed breeders. Sphynx can get fleas. They simply don't get the infestation that haired cats do. Believe me, I've seen them on my cats before when the dogs bring them in from outside. Using frontline doesn't mean your cat won't get fleas, it means your cat won't keep that particular flea won't survive after it has accessed your pet. Frontline is a wonderful product for preventing infestations, but if you're seeing a large number--you likely have a very large amount in your environment. Try taking this quiz to know: [url]http://frontline.us.merial.com/prd_q.asp[/url]. It's sponsored by the product you're using and its free. Make sure to wash all bedding, blankets, and other popular items used by your cats before returning your companions to the area. Also, they shouldn't be home while its sprayed. It needs to be dry before they can return, otherwise toxicity can occur. So, in short, pick a quality product and go with it. I slap on a pair of exam gloves, pour the Advantage Multi into my hands, rub together and apply all over to kitty. It won't absorb into the skin without some help, so I recommend doing it this way so you don't absorb more than your companion does. Just do not use a shoddy flea/tick preventative like Hartz or Sargeants. These products cause seizures and death in cats everyday. The FDA is trying hard to get them removed from the market. Until then, watch what you buy and you'll be fine. [/QUOTE]
Insert quotes…
Verification
Please type the word h a i r l e s s with NO spaces
Post reply
Forums
Sphynx Cat Chat
Sphynx Cat Questions?
Flea Treatment?
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
Accept
Learn more…
Top