What is the best treatment for pets with Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD)?
Since your goal is to prevent bites from occurring in the first place, you should use a product that kills adult fleas and also eliminates as many stages of the flea’s life cycle as possible. This involves using both an adulticide and an Insect Growth Regulator (IGR) or Insect Development Inhibitor (IDI). We recommend topical products such as bioSpot SPOT ON, or Frontline Plus. These easy-to-use spot-ons kill adult fleas and prevent eggs and larvae from developing. If your pet is on a flea control program and still suffers occasional flare-ups, itching can be controlled with products like Itch Stop. In severe cases, your veterinarian may prescribe oral steroids or even hyposensitization injections. [ Back to Top ] How do I use my flea comb to check for fleas? Start by combing around the hindquarters and head of the pet, common areas for fleas to hide. These same areas should be examined for “flea dirt.
