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Almost all flea products can be toxic if they
are not used the way they're meant to be. Cats are especially
sensitive to many of the compounds found in flea products, but
dogs and puppies can run into problems too. Dipping your dog
several days in a row with a dip that's meant to be used only
once every two weeks, spraying your dog with a product that's
meant for the house (a premise spray), or using sprays, dips,
and spot-ons all at the same time could poison your dog's nervous
system. So read the directions carefully. Make sure you have
the right dose for your dog's weight and age. Don't apply flea
products more often than needed. Double-check to see if they
can be used in combination with other products. And if you're
hosing down the house with a flea spray or fogger, clear everyone
out of the house (including people, dogs, cats, hamsters, fish,
birds, and so on), put the dog dishes where they won't get sprayed,
stay out of the house for as long as the label recommends, and
open the windows to air out the house when you return.
It's best to talk to with your vet before you begin an ambitious
de-fleaing campaign. And, of course, if your dog acts strangely,
shakes, drools, vomits, or has diarrhea after you've used a
flea product, call your vet immediately.
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