My dog is itching after applying K9 Advantix Topical Prevention for Flea, Tick and Mosquitoes, help?

I applied Advantix according to the directions and two days later my dog started itching and chewing on her fur on her sides. I gave her a good bath and she is still itching. Is there anything else I can do.





I always used Frontline but my new vet doesn't sell that brand. I was leary about trying something new since by dog had no problems with the other. The vet said most his clients use Advantix and have no problems.





I'm going to take that stuff back to him and get Frontline for the next application. In the meantime what can I do about my poor dog,s itchy skin? I heard even soap won't wash that stuff off. I'm wondering if that stuff is bad for the dog?





Does Advantix get into the dogs bloodstream. Some vets have told me "no" and some say "yes." Which is it? If anyone knows something about Advantix or has a dog with a bad reaction to it please let me know.

My dog is itching after applying K9 Advantix Topical Prevention for Flea, Tick and Mosquitoes, help?
I believe Advantage and Advantix are non-systemic, but I'm not 100% sure since I'm not so familiar with this brand as I am with Frontline. Frontline is non-systemic.





No flea product on earth can claim to never, ever have caused a reaction in any animal. I'd say you and your dog got unlucky - stick with Frontline if that's what your used to, as it definitely works!





I'd advise finding another vet just for the flea treatment if your current doesn't stock Frontline - Frontline can be sold over the counter so you only need to pop in. This is safer than buying online - beware of the discounted prices, you don't know how old your product is, how it's been stored/shipped or if it's even the genuine article!





Chalice
Reply:Advantix can cause irritations in some dogs. Yours sounds like one who just cant use this medication. Yes please bring it back to your vet and tell them what has happened.


Get some Frontline and then use that.


Poor dog!


I use it without any problems but that does not mean that your dog can use it too. As far as I know it does get into the blood stream just like Frontline.
Reply:could be reaction to fleas, could be reaction to bathing and application of advantix.. hmmm... try a warm water thorough rinse and see what happens... I also like Frontline Plus,, you CAN buy it online.. from the Doctors Foster and Smith website ( it is cheaper than the 1800petmeds website)

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