Advantix Flea and Tick Treatment for Dogs

Advantix Flea & Tick Treatment For Dogs

 

Parasites such as fleas, ticks, lice and flying insects are more than just a nuisance. These parasites can cause allergic reactions and dermatitis, lead to secondary bacterial infections and even transmit diseases and other parasites!

Advantix for dogs kills fleas and ticks on contact, meaning they don’t have to bite your dog to be affected by the active ingredients. Advantix also repels ticks, mosquitoes, sandflies and stable flies. Available as a simple water-resistant,  spot-on treatment for dogs of all sizes and puppies from seven weeks of age, Advantix is the simple solution to keep your pet safe for life. Read more about Advantix for dogs product

 

Why Advantix?

Protects dogs from fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, sandflies, stable flies and lice Kills fleas and ticks on contact, so there is no need for them to bite your dog. Repels ticks, including the deadly paralysis tick. Effective even when your dog gets wet.

 

How does it work?

Advantix contains two main active ingredients called imidacloprid and permethrin that work in combination against fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, sandflies, lice and stable flies. The treatment is administered as a simple spot-on treatment. Advantix stays effective even when your dog gets wet.^ Advantix is not suitable for cats, and should only ever be used on dogs.

 

Advantix FAQs

 

What is the difference between Advantix and oral flea and tick products?

• Advantix is a spot-on treatment that is applied to your dog’s skin and kills fleas and ticks on contact.
• Advantix also repels ticks, including the deadly paralysis tick. With oral flea and tick medications, the parasites have to bite your dog to be exposed to the medication in your dog’s blood before they are killed.
• Advantix kills fleas and ticks without the need for a blood meal, reducing irritation and the risk of transmission of diseases and parasites to your dog.

How long does Advantix last?

Advantix should be applied every two weeks for paralysis tick control, and monthly for the other parasites.

Can my children still pet my dog if treated with Advantix

Yes. Always allow the application site to dry.

 

Why do I need a product that repels ticks as well as killing them?

A treatment that repels ticks, including the paralysis tick, as well as killing them reduces the risk of ticks attaching and feeding. This reduces the incidence of paralysis caused by the paralysis tick, and the transmission of diseases.

 

Can I use Advantix on my cat?

No. Advantix is completely safe for dogs, but it’s very dangerous to cats because of their unique physiology and their inability to metabolize certain compounds.

 

Can I use Advantix on my dog if I also have a cat in the house?

Yes. For owners whose cats have close contact with or groom their dog, keep your cat separated from your Advantix-treated dog for up to 48 hours. After this period, there should be no need to worry about your dog interacting with your cat.

 

My dog stays indoors. Do I still need to use Advantix?

Absolutely! Even dogs that spend the majority of their time indoors should be treated with Advantix because fleas and ticks can be brought into the home without you even realising it.

 

I only see fleas on one of my dogs. Do I really need to treat them all?

Definitely. Fleas can jump up to 47 cm forward and 16.5 cm high, so all dogs in your home should be treated. If only one of your dogs has fleas, it won’t take long before they all do. If the dog is not treated, these fleas will continue to carry out their lifecycle, feeding and producing eggs and contaminating your home.

Can I use Advantix if my dog is on medication?

Please consult your dog’s vet to discuss appropriate products to use in conjunction with any other medications your dog may be taking.

How do I store and dispose of Advantix?

Store Advantix below 30° C. Protect it from freezing and always keep out of reach of children. Dispose of the empty Advantix tube in the trash or offer for recycling, if available.