Flea Control

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                      General Information



Since both your pet and its environment contain fleas in various

stages of development, a flea-control program must consider

fleas on the pet and in the environment.



Many flea products are not compatible with each other and cannot

be safely used in combination.  Also, some insecticides for dogs

should not be used on cats.



Veterinarians are concerned, as you are, about insecticide

exposure to you, your pets and your household.  Considerations

will be given to these factors in tailoring a flea-control

program for your individual circumstances.  Keep the insecticides

away from children.  Read the container's label carefully when

using chemicals and insecticides.



                   Your Flea-Control Program



1.  Treating the animal:



    ____Give ____ tablet(s) ____ times daily/weekly.



    ____Apply spray/foam/powder on your pet's coat ____ times

    weekly. Continue this for ____ weeks.



    ____Bathe your pet with ______________ shampoo every ____

    days/weeks.  Do not apply sprays or powders on the bath day.



    ____Use a rinse/dip after the bath as directed every ____

    days/weeks.  Wear rubber gloves when using flea shampoos and

    dips.



    ____Use a flea collar.  (Remove when bathing pet.)



    ____Other:





2.  Treating the environment:



    ____Clean and vacuum living quarters well, especially where

    your pet sleeps.  Dispose of vacuum cleaner bag.



    ____Spray _______________ on floors where you are unable to

    vacuum and under furniture.  Repeat every ____ weeks/months.



    ____Treat the yard and/or kennel area with:





    ____Treat up to 3 feet off the ground and repeat in 2 weeks

    and then monthly until the flea season ends.



    ____Consider using a professional exterminator.