Flea Prevention Starter Kit for Dogs
Starter Kit for Dogs
Make sure your pets are always protected from fleas. Our starter kit has everything dog owners need to keep their pets safe and comfortable.
What you'll get
To kill and prevent fleas, ticks, and lice, pet parents need many tools in their toolbox. We’ve included everything you need to keep your pets safe and protected all year round.
Every starter kit includes:
- A flea comb
- Degreasing soap
- 3 months of flea treatment
- Household spray
- Treats
Tips for use
Treating your pack for fleas is only one step in the flea and tick prevention process. Use every tool in your toolbox for ultimate flea control.
- Flea comb: Use this tool to remove fleas from your pet’s coat and dip it in warm, soapy water between strokes. You can also use it to part their fur to apply topical treatment to their skin and perform regular tick checks after wooded hikes and walks.
- Degreasing soap: Use the soap in a warm bath to suffocate adult fleas and remove flea dirt from your pet’s coat. This will work better than a mild pet shampoo, but should not be used as a long-term solution. You can also use it to remove other topical flea and tick products like collars and squeeze-ons before applying ours. We recommend waiting at least 24-48 hours before AND after applying flea treatment to bathe your pet.
- Topical treatments: Topicals are best for killing and preventing fleas. Always consult your veterinarian to be sure it's right for your dog or cat. Apply topical treatment at the same time every month for year-round prevention. Be sure to treat EVERY dog and cat in your home and follow the instructions on the box. But, keep dogs and cats separate after treatment (permethrin is toxic to cats).
- Household spray: Household spray will kill fleas and prevent them from developing. You can apply this spray to your baseboards, carpets, underneath furniture, and your pet’s belongings. Our household spray covers up to 2,000 square feet and prevents bugs in the home for up to 7 months.
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Formulated by vets, made for pets
“PetFriendly’s flea and tick prevention starter kit has everything you need to protect your pets during flea season."
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Olaf Hansen
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Flea & Tick Prevention
Dealing with a flea infestation can be stressful and frustrating. Didn't find what you were looking for? We've got answers to all your flea prevention questions.
Does it help kill adult fleas?
Yes! Degreasing soap and topical treatments help kill fleas, lice, and ticks and prevent them from coming back. Household spray can also help eradicate fleas in your home.
What are the benefits?
Not every flea prevention kit is made equally. Our kit has everything you need to treat your pet and home and keep them from coming back.
Topical flea treatments:
- Kill existing fleas, ticks, and lice
- Prevent them from biting your dogs for up to 30 days
Degreasing soap:
- Removes topicals in case of an adverse reaction
- Removes other topicals when starting a new product
- Removes dead fleas, eggs, and flea dirt
Flea comb:
- Removes dead fleas
- Parts fur to apply treatment
- Helps to perform tick checks (hiking, walking, etc.)
Household spray:
- Kills fleas (adult fleas, flea larvae, and flea eggs), ticks, cockroaches, and ants
- Stops flea development
- Prevents bugs in the home for up to 7 months
What do you do if you still have fleas?
It can take up to 90 days to eliminate fleas. Follow these recommendations if you are having trouble getting rid of your flea problem:
- Protect every pet with monthly flea medications (even if they live indoors)
- Vacuum carpets, floors, and underneath furniture regularly
- Wash your pet’s bedding, blankets, and toys often
- Have your home and yard treated with pet-friendly insecticide
- Consult with your veterinarian if your pet gets reinfected
How do I continue preventing fleas?
Year-round prevention is key to keep fleas, ticks, and lice from reinfesting your pets and home. Consider a subscription such as PetFriendly to get your pet's flea and tick prevention delivered to your door at the same time every month.
Also, make sure every cat and dog is treated in your home. If your pack interacts with unprotected animals (tame or wild), they can risk getting reinfected.
What diseases can an animal get from fleas or tick bites?
Aside from skin irritation from fleas biting your pet — fleas and ticks carry many diseases that can negatively impact their health. But, most diseases are preventable with monthly flea and tick protection.
Lyme disease
Lyme disease is a very common tick-borne disease carried by blacklegged ticks.
Flea allergy dermatitis
While it isn't something a flea carries, dogs and cats can get flea allergy dermatitis — a common skin infection that happens when animals are allergic to fleas and their saliva.
Rocky Mountain spotted fever
Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a tick-borne illness. An infectious bacteria called Rickettsia rickettsii, which causes RMSF, transmits through both nymph and adult American dog and brown dog ticks.
What types of flea and tick prevention products are out there?
Many products on the market help kill and prevent fleas. The most common flea and tick products are:
- Flea collars
- Flea sprays
- Spot-on treatments for dogs and cats
- Oral medications
- Injections
Consult with your veterinarian to determine the best fit for the health of your pack.
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