Rating: - Keeps ticks and fleas at bay
Have used this product over several generations of Golden Retrievers and other long-haired dogs, living both in the Rocky Mountain area and in the mid-Atlantic rurals. This stuff works.
Rating: - Plus
Frontline Plus Dog 45-88 Pounds, 6 Month
Frontline Plus is very effective on fleas and ticks when used once a month. I have been using the product for many years and will continue to use it.
Rating: - Effective, but a bit expensive
Our 2 puppies got it this year and, as far as I can tell, they are bug-free so far. I can't say whether this is because of Frontline or because there are no fleas in surroundings but, until evidence to the contrary emerges, I will give Frontline the credit.
The makers claim that Frontline Plus kills all fleas and prevents re-infestation for up to one month. For 'paralysis tick' protection, bi-weekly application is recommended but results are not guaranteed.
The product comes in a number of 'pipettes' that contain an oily-sticky liquid that is applied on the back of the dog's neck's, on the skin (must part the coat until the skin is visible). The makers recommend monthly applications.
I found it easy to treat the dogs. Given the relatively high price of this product, I've been using one pipette for our 2 puppies. As they are now big, this may no longer be an option but I can see how this option could be a money saver for anyone who has 2 'not so large' dogs.
I am taking one star away because of the ridiculously high price.
Rating: - the only way to go
Imagine my surprise when my best friend told me that her dog had fleas...my dog loves visiting her. And, yes, both my dog and cat got them. I have been treating both animals (and, yes, my rat), and my friend's dog for almost a year and we haven't seen any sign of fleas since. Flea eggs can 'encyst' themselves and live in your carpet for many months, so treating for them is a long-term thing. I am very happy with Frontline Plus. The PLUS is very important because it also kills the eggs that the fleas lay. Very happy with this...and so are my animals. Cathy
Rating: - Best product against fleas and ticks
Frontline plus is the best product for dogs against fleas and ticks. Very easy to apply. I've been using it on my dog for a couple of years now and she has been free of any fleas or ticks (very critical since my dog is an in house dog).
- Keeps ticks and fleas at bay
- Effective, but a bit expensive