Thread: Ear Mites
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Old July 31st, 2004, 12:35 AM
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For the earmites, they need to be flushed . DO NOT do this on your own!!!! Never stick aything in your cats ear as the eardrum is ruptured easily. Take him/ her to your vet, get them flushed out then ask for Tresaderm Drops. Usually you instill 4-6 drops into the affected ear.....store in your fridge. Of course, go with your vets instructions and dosage, but Tres. works great and is available only through your vet. The fleas....well, advantage is a quick kill and works awesome..(apply drops on back of neck)..however it is an insecticide and you may notice a foul odor...urine type odor. It is easy application though.....and only once a month....all fleas dead in 24 hrs. There is Program....now, Program is a hormone based product to be given orally...NO INSECTICIDE, BUT does NOT kill fleas, it is like a birth control of sorts . Breaks the flea cycle. Program takes about a month before you'll notice change....it is a good product though. Now, there is also Revolution. (Not sure if we are talking of a dog or cat here) Remember, ridding your indoor pets of fleas cannot be possible without treating your home and their bedding as well. Its a must or they'll just hop right back on. AVOID store bought products like the plague!!!! Get from your local veterinarians office. Ask the receptionist to assist you. You might pay a few dollars more but the products are better, safer and usually guaranteed. Good luck
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