GARFIELD ANIMAL HOSPITAL

How quickly do Frontline Plus kill Flea parasites? Rresearch data shows FRONTLINE will kill fleas within 12 hours of contact with your treated pet^**. Ticks will die within 48 hours of contact with your treated pet².  How does Frontline Plus spread over a pet's body? How long does this take? FRONTLINE Plus spread over the pet's body by a process called translocation. When applied, these products are gradually dispersed by the pet's natural oils, collecting in the oil glands in the skin. It is then "wicked" onto the hair over the next 30 days. The translocation process can take up to 24 hours to complete.  Do fleas and ticks have to bite my pet for Frontline Plus to work? Fleas and ticks do not have to bite your pet for FRONTLINE Plus to work. FRONTLINE Plus kill fleas and ticks if they simply come into contact with your pet's haircoat. The fleas will die within 12 hours of contact with your treated pet^**, and ticks will die within 48 hours².  Why am I seeing more fleas on my pet after applying a Frontline Plus?  After the application of a FRONTLINE Plus, you may see more fleas, but this is an indication that the Product is working. FRONTLINE Plus make fleas hyper excited, drawing them to the top of the hair coat before dying. This will make them more visible to you. I treated my pet with a Frontline Plus, but I still see fleas in my home. Why? The fleas you see most likely started as flea eggs that were deposited in the environment before you began using FRONTLINE Plus. Consecutive monthly applications of a FRONTLINE Plus to your pet will assist with the elimination of an indoor flea life cycle. In some geographical regions in the United States, it may be required to use the product year-round.  How does Frontline Plus kill fleas before they can lay eggs on my pet? Once new adult fleas jump on your pet, they must be present on the host for at least 24 to 36 hours before they can lay eggs. Our research data indicates that FRONTLINE Plus, when used monthly, will kill your pet's fleas within 12 hours of application^** - before they can lay eggs. Does Frontline Plus has an expiration date? FRONTLINE Plus does not carry an expiration date. We recommend storing FRONTLINE Brand Products at room temperature and keeping them sealed in their original packaging. If stored under these conditions, FRONTINE Plus will not expire. If a package has an expiration date on Frontline Plus, it is a counterfit product   How long after application can my pet be bathed or go swimming? FRONTLINE Plus remains effective for 30 days, even if a pet swims or is bathed. After application, keep the dog or cat from getting wet until the application area appears dry, usually 24 hours. If a FRONTLINE Plus is to be applied after a bath, make sure the pet is completely dry before application.  Can I use Frontline Plus if my pet is on medication? FRONTLINE Plus is not systemically active and have no known adverse interactions with systemic medications.  Can I use Frontline   Plus if I have already applied another flea and tick control product? There are no known interactions between FRONTLINE Plus and any other flea- and tick-control products. However, it is recommended to wait at least 24 hours between applications. Does the Frontline Plus has any additional label claims? Effective May 2003, FRONTLINE Plus was approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to be used on pregnant, lactating and breeding dogs and cats. FRONTLINE Spray is not approved to be used on pregnant, lactating and breeding dogs and cats. In addition, FRONTLINE Plus small size that was initially labeled for 11-22 lb dogs has now been approved for the use on any size dog up to 22 lbs. FRONTLINE Plus is now approved for the rapid elimination of chewing lice infestations on dogs and cats and as an aid in control of sarcoptic mange infestations on dogs. Also, any FRONTLINE Plus may be applied to dogs and cats as young as 8 weeks of age and older.  Which Frontline Plus is right for my pet? FRONTLINE Plus is available in three formulations to make it easy for you to provide your pet with the flea and tick control that is best for them. FRONTLINE Plus is a convenient once-a-month topical product offering long-lasting, complete control for adult fleas, flea eggs and larvae, and all four major species of ticks. FRONTLINE Plus provide fast-acting, long-lasting flea and tick control for dogs and cats. FRONTLINE Spray offers quick elimination of existing flea and tick infestations.  Can Frontline Plus be used on pets other than dogs and cats? No. FRONTLINE Plus is intended for use on dogs and cats only. It is not recommended for use on other species. Can Frontline Plus be reapplied before the 30-day treatment interval is up? Research results show that FRONTLINE Plus controls fleas and ticks for a full month, so reapplication is unnecessary within 30 days. Where can I buy Frontline Plus? FRONTLINE Plus for dogs and cats is available from family veterinarian. Are there any side effects when using Frontline Plus? Individual sensitivities, while rare, may occur after using any pesticide product. Since FRONTLINE Plus is topical some pets may experience temporary irritation at the site of product application. If signs persist, or become more severe within a few days of application, consult your veterinarian immediately. Why is Frontline Plus only available through my veterinarian? It is Merial's sales policy to sell small animal products only where a veterinarian / client / patient relationship exists. Merial believes that the veterinarian is the only professional qualified to serve the health care needs of pets, the concerns of their owners and the appropriate use of  small animal products such as FRONTLINE Plus. How old does my pet have to be to apply Frontline Plus? FRONTLINE Plus may be applied to dogs and cats as young as 8 weeks of age.

^*Data on file at Merial TS-USA-28701
²Jacobson R, McCall, Hunter J, et al. The ability of fipronil to prevent transmission of Borrelia burgdorferi, the causative agent of Lyme disease to dogs. J Appl Res Vet Med. 2004;2(1): 39-45.

FLEA LIFE CYCLE

 * we must have your pet our patient or in our records files.