Prydenjoy Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 What do you use when you de flea a pregnant bitch? I've read that you should use a flea treatment before the puppies are born, but what is the safest? When is the best time to do this? Is milbemax (sp?) ok for worming? Anxious first time mid wife here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WreckitWhippet Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I use drontal or paratak and nothing for fleas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakway Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I use Paratak for the worms and Front line for the Fleas. Mind you it would be strange for me see a flea but if I did thats what I would use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra777 Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Mine aren't regularly treated for fleas so can't help you there. Personally I wouldn't give her anything for fleas unless you actually have a problem. Worming I would stick with what she's used to if you want to worm. Me, I go fecal sample to see if there's even a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancinbcs Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 No drugs or chemicals at all if possible for the first 6 weeks. Worm after that and if you do need to treat for fleas, make sure the manufacturer guarantees that it is safe for pregnant bitches. I don't think Capstar or Comfortis have been tested for pregnant bitches so check before you use anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prydenjoy Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 Thanks, I do have some sentinal and capstar in the cupboard, but wasn't sure about that. I have some tea tree, citronella and eucalyptus dog shampoo, would that be safe? She does have fleas, I visit mums with her frequently and mum doesn't de flea her pets so I think she picked them up from there, I noticed some flea dirt on her yesterday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakway Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Thanks, I do have some sentinal and capstar in the cupboard, but wasn't sure about that. I have some tea tree, citronella and eucalyptus dog shampoo, would that be safe? She does have fleas, I visit mums with her frequently and mum doesn't de flea her pets so I think she picked them up from there, I noticed some flea dirt on her yesterday. No way would you get me to use Ti Tree, Citronella or Eucalyptus on any dog let alone a pregnant one. If you have any doubts about what to use ring the vet and seek their advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prydenjoy Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 That's what I thought Oakway, I got this free sample of some "premium" shampoo whilst at the Royal, I thought the ingredients were a little bizarre, hence why I asked here before using it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverHaze Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I have used Advantage on a bitch who had just given birth, as we had seen fleas. This was what the vet recommended. We didn't have any problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aziah Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) The label on Advantage suggests that it is safe for pregnant and nursing bitches. Edited May 16, 2011 by Aziah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christina Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Not advisable to use anything for fleas & worms on a pregnant bitch unless there is reason to do so. I worm them just before mating. If there is a flea or worm problem I would ask the vet what is safe to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prydenjoy Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 Thanks, I think I'll get her some Advantage in that case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aziah Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 We all still advise checking with your Vet first Jeanne - that's important Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prydenjoy Posted May 17, 2011 Author Share Posted May 17, 2011 Yes of course I would check with the vet before I got it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsfevr Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 The problem you have is the fleas will be setting up camp in your house so even if your treating her you need to treat the house but this of course could be an issues with pups due Me personally i wouldn't be taking a pregnant bitch to a place with flea issues.(well any dog actually) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becks Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 I've moved away from the chemicals and now use Diatomaceous Earth for fleas, it is the only thing that has finally worked and as it is inert, there is no problem using it on a pregnant bitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prydenjoy Posted May 18, 2011 Author Share Posted May 18, 2011 Where would I get that Becks? What exactly is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakway Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 We use and call it Kitty Litter here in Aust. Brought a whole lot years ago and was sorry ever after. It use was for Kitty litter, never again. I also found it to be very dusty and the cats had very dry coats from it absorbency. The English version may be of far better quality than I used here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prydenjoy Posted May 18, 2011 Author Share Posted May 18, 2011 I see. Hmm I'll take her to the vet on Friday and sort something out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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