Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
I am having the same problem.. Nothing is working as the fleas have built up immunity against our flea products. I use flea combs, flea traps and vacuum often. Lorrie On 12-04, Beth wrote: Neither Frontline or Advantage has worked for me this year. Just vacuuming flea combing :( Beth ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
I used the food grade as directed had serious breathing problems. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Lee Evans moonsiste...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Thursday, December 5, 2013 1:57 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control Food grade diatomaceous earth is just that - food grade. No tiny pieces. It's as fine as talcum powder and I have used it on my enclosure floors in my outside cat sanctuary with excellent results and no problems with either my breathing or any of my cats, including the older cats. But it must say food grade on the bag. Mine shows a picture of a cow. It's used as a calcium supplement in livestock. On Tuesday, December 3, 2013 9:17 PM, Lee Evans moonsiste...@yahoo.com wrote: I think there are Super Fleas in Texas this year. I treated my fur kids with Frontline Plus and they just kept on scratching. Next is to wash, vacuum floors, change the covers on their sleeping places again and treat the floor with the diamatom earth and see what happens. I'm going to rub a little on one of the cats and see if the scratching stops. My outdoor cats don't seem to have this problem. On Wednesday, November 27, 2013 1:19 PM, gbl...@aristotle.net gbl...@aristotle.net wrote: Right I've heard bad things about Advantage Multi. Gloria Sent from my iPhone On Nov 27, 2013, at 11:19 AM, trustinhi...@charter.net wrote: You don't have to put the full dose on the kitty to get some results. I also use program on some of my cats that I cannot put a topical on. Foster and Smith carries Program and you can order it online. I go to their outlet store in Rhinelander, WI and get it for a reduced price when some packages are damaged. I wouldn't do advantage multi...very strong. But I have used Revolution and Frontline in the past with good results. I also vacuum with regular table salt and/or baking soda on the carpets...kills the luittle buggers cause their eggs dry up. Just apply a little salt/baking soda, wait 30 minutes and vacuum. Carolyn On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org http://www.JonahsPlace.org* ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org -- ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
Nice to know that I am not the only one dealing with this. At least I know I'm not crazy! -- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org Date: Thu, 5 Dec 2013 05:54:13 -0500 From: felineres...@frontier.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control I am having the same problem.. Nothing is working as the fleas have built up immunity against our flea products. I use flea combs, flea traps and vacuum often. Lorrie On 12-04, Beth wrote: Neither Frontline or Advantage has worked for me this year. Just vacuuming flea combing :( Beth ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
Frontline has never worked for me, not in FL, not in SC. I use Advantage and Capstar. Outdoors the cats have a better chance. Fleas don't stay on an animal (or person), so outside they drop off and the host moves away. Inside, the flea can re-infest the same poor cat (or dog)over and over. Please be careful with DE. My cats are very sensitive to the dust, and I never saw it do much, if anything, for fleas. Margo -Original Message- From: Lee Evans <moonsiste...@yahoo.com>Sent: Dec 3, 2013 10:17 PM To: "felvtalk@felineleukemia.org" <FELVTALK@FELINELEUKEMIA.ORG>Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control I think there are Super Fleas in Texas this year. I treated my fur kids with Frontline Plus and they just kept on scratching. Next is to wash, vacuum floors, change the covers on their sleeping places again and treat the floor with the diamatom earth and see what happens. I'm going to rub a little on one of the cats and see if the scratching stops. My outdoor cats don't seem to have this problem.On Wednesday, November 27, 2013 1:19 PM, "gbl...@aristotle.net" <gbl...@aristotle.net>wrote:Right I've heard bad things about Advantage Multi. GloriaSent from my iPhone On Nov 27, 2013, at 11:19 AM, trustinhi...@charter.net wrote: You don't have to put the full dose on the kitty to get some results. I also use program on some of my cats that I cannot put a topical on. Foster and Smith carries Program and you can order it online. I go to their outlet store in Rhinelander, WI and get it for a reduced price when some packages are damaged. I wouldn't do advantage multi...very strong. But I have used Revolution and Frontline in the past with good results. I also vacuum with regular table salt and/or baking soda on the carpets...kills the luittle buggers cause their eggs dry up. Just apply a little salt/baking soda, wait 30 minutes and vacuum. Carolyn On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B <teals...@hotmail.com>wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org * ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org-- ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org___Felvtalk mailing listFelvtalk@felineleukemia.orghttp://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
Neither Frontline or Advantage has worked for me this year. Just vacuuming flea combing :( Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Margo toomanykitti...@earthlink.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, December 4, 2013 6:33 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control Frontline has never worked for me, not in FL, not in SC. I use Advantage and Capstar. Outdoors the cats have a better chance. Fleas don't stay on an animal (or person), so outside they drop off and the host moves away. Inside, the flea can re-infest the same poor cat (or dog) over and over. Please be careful with DE. My cats are very sensitive to the dust, and I never saw it do much, if anything, for fleas. Margo -Original Message- From: Lee Evans Sent: Dec 3, 2013 10:17 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control I think there are Super Fleas in Texas this year. I treated my fur kids with Frontline Plus and they just kept on scratching. Next is to wash, vacuum floors, change the covers on their sleeping places again and treat the floor with the diamatom earth and see what happens. I'm going to rub a little on one of the cats and see if the scratching stops. My outdoor cats don't seem to have this problem. On Wednesday, November 27, 2013 1:19 PM, gbl...@aristotle.net wrote: Right I've heard bad things about Advantage Multi. Gloria Sent from my iPhone On Nov 27, 2013, at 11:19 AM, trustinhi...@charter.net wrote: You don't have to put the full dose on the kitty to get some results. I also use program on some of my cats that I cannot put a topical on. Foster and Smith carries Program and you can order it online. I go to their outlet store in Rhinelander, WI and get it for a reduced price when some packages are damaged. I wouldn't do advantage multi...very strong. But I have used Revolution and Frontline in the past with good results. I also vacuum with regular table salt and/or baking soda on the carpets...kills the luittle buggers cause their eggs dry up. Just apply a little salt/baking soda, wait 30 minutes and vacuum. Carolyn On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org * ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org -- ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
Food grade diatomaceous earth is just that - food grade. No tiny pieces. It's as fine as talcum powder and I have used it on my enclosure floors in my outside cat sanctuary with excellent results and no problems with either my breathing or any of my cats, including the older cats. But it must say food grade on the bag. Mine shows a picture of a cow. It's used as a calcium supplement in livestock. On Tuesday, December 3, 2013 9:17 PM, Lee Evans moonsiste...@yahoo.com wrote: I think there are Super Fleas in Texas this year. I treated my fur kids with Frontline Plus and they just kept on scratching. Next is to wash, vacuum floors, change the covers on their sleeping places again and treat the floor with the diamatom earth and see what happens. I'm going to rub a little on one of the cats and see if the scratching stops. My outdoor cats don't seem to have this problem. On Wednesday, November 27, 2013 1:19 PM, gbl...@aristotle.net gbl...@aristotle.net wrote: Right I've heard bad things about Advantage Multi. Gloria Sent from my iPhone On Nov 27, 2013, at 11:19 AM, trustinhi...@charter.net wrote: You don't have to put the full dose on the kitty to get some results. I also use program on some of my cats that I cannot put a topical on. Foster and Smith carries Program and you can order it online. I go to their outlet store in Rhinelander, WI and get it for a reduced price when some packages are damaged. I wouldn't do advantage multi...very strong. But I have used Revolution and Frontline in the past with good results. I also vacuum with regular table salt and/or baking soda on the carpets...kills the luittle buggers cause their eggs dry up. Just apply a little salt/baking soda, wait 30 minutes and vacuum. Carolyn On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org http://www.JonahsPlace.org* ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org -- ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
I think there are Super Fleas in Texas this year. I treated my fur kids with Frontline Plus and they just kept on scratching. Next is to wash, vacuum floors, change the covers on their sleeping places again and treat the floor with the diamatom earth and see what happens. I'm going to rub a little on one of the cats and see if the scratching stops. My outdoor cats don't seem to have this problem. On Wednesday, November 27, 2013 1:19 PM, gbl...@aristotle.net gbl...@aristotle.net wrote: Right I've heard bad things about Advantage Multi. Gloria Sent from my iPhone On Nov 27, 2013, at 11:19 AM, trustinhi...@charter.net wrote: You don't have to put the full dose on the kitty to get some results. I also use program on some of my cats that I cannot put a topical on. Foster and Smith carries Program and you can order it online. I go to their outlet store in Rhinelander, WI and get it for a reduced price when some packages are damaged. I wouldn't do advantage multi...very strong. But I have used Revolution and Frontline in the past with good results. I also vacuum with regular table salt and/or baking soda on the carpets...kills the luittle buggers cause their eggs dry up. Just apply a little salt/baking soda, wait 30 minutes and vacuum. Carolyn On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org http://www.JonahsPlace.org* ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org -- ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
Just as a reminder, Program (or the generic lufenuron) doesn't kill fleas. From the website; "Program Oral Suspension is a monthly preventative that controls fleas in cats by inhibiting/preventing the development of flea eggs, but which does not kill adult fleas. Program is 100% safe and effective in preventing and controlling flea populations and is usable with other flea preventatives. For a complete flea management program, most customers also purchase Capstar (sold separately) to kill adult fleas. Program Oral suspension contains 0.07 g of lufenuron per ml. PROGRAM oral suspension is available as: PROGRAM 133mg SUS, an oral suspension in an ampoule containing 19 ml, corresponding to 133 mg of lufenuron. PROGRAM 266mg SUS, an oral suspension in an ampoule containing 38 ml, corresponding to 266 mg of lufenuron. Indications: Program SUS is an oral suspension for cats for the prevention and control of flea infestations." Possibly good for preventing a problem, not so much for controlling fleas already present. I was using it for ringworm at one time, but it didn't do anything for the fleas present. I use Advantage. I have had no problems, but didn't realize I had + cats until last March, so never specifically watched until then. I do use Capstar if things seem to be getting out of hand for a quick knock down, but otherwise avoid systemic insecticides. HTH, Margo -Original Message- From: Tracey Shrout <dtshr...@gmail.com>Sent: Nov 26, 2013 3:49 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellentresults. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK,and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatmentsavailable, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mixin their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems.I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness.I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change beddingdaily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could alsolook into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effortto work though. Good luck...TraceyOn Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B <teals...@hotmail.com>wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org * ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
I would definitely use it cautiously. I used it as directed on my floors had a bad reaction to it. I was having problems breathing I was wearing a good quality fine particle mask. I worry that it I had that reaction, if I spread it on my cats, they would have problems, too. If you are rubbing it into their fur they would have to inhale some of it. I haven't used the rest of it. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Lee Evans moonsiste...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2013 4:41 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control I would cautiously use diatomaceous earth, food grade type, rubbing it into her fur. It's basically a calcium supplement for cattle but it kills fleas instantly by drying out their soft underside. I would also spread it in carpets, her bedding, and sweep it over all floors where she has access. You can vacuum it up if you like but I usually simply leave a thin layer on. But DO comb it out of her fur after you leave it there about 10 minutes so her skin won't get dry. I stopped a zillion fleas dead in their tracks in my small cat sanctuary (large shed with outside enclosure) by spreading this over the floors. Nothing else helped and I was polka dot fleas from ankle to waist every time I went in there even though I had treated the cats with Frontline Plus. Along came a friend and brought me 12 pounds of the Diatom-Earth and bye-bye fleas overnight. Be careful not to get it into her eyes or up her nose and don't you inhale it either. It's a very fine powder and NEVER use the regular type of diatomaceous earth. Only use the food grade and don't fluff it around. Spread it gently and thinly. On Tuesday, November 26, 2013 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout dtshr...@gmail.com wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. -- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
I use Frontline Advantage, but they really haven't worked much in the last 2 years, so I've gone to just flea combing lots of vacuuming. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2013 2:26 PM Subject: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. -- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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I would worry that if it is on their fur, they would ingest when they groom. Isn't it described to be like tiny pieces of broken glass to insects? Shelley Shelley Theye ve...@bellsouth.net On Nov 27, 2013, at 9:53 AM, Beth wrote: I would definitely use it cautiously. I used it as directed on my floors had a bad reaction to it. I was having problems breathing I was wearing a good quality fine particle mask. I worry that it I had that reaction, if I spread it on my cats, they would have problems, too. If you are rubbing it into their fur they would have to inhale some of it. I haven't used the rest of it. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Lee Evans moonsiste...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2013 4:41 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control I would cautiously use diatomaceous earth, food grade type, rubbing it into her fur. It's basically a calcium supplement for cattle but it kills fleas instantly by drying out their soft underside. I would also spread it in carpets, her bedding, and sweep it over all floors where she has access. You can vacuum it up if you like but I usually simply leave a thin layer on. But DO comb it out of her fur after you leave it there about 10 minutes so her skin won't get dry. I stopped a zillion fleas dead in their tracks in my small cat sanctuary (large shed with outside enclosure) by spreading this over the floors. Nothing else helped and I was polka dot fleas from ankle to waist every time I went in there even though I had treated the cats with Frontline Plus. Along came a friend and brought me 12 pounds of the Diatom-Earth and bye-bye fleas overnight. Be careful not to get it into her eyes or up her nose and don't you inhale it either. It's a very fine powder and NEVER use the regular type of diatomaceous earth. Only use the food grade and don't fluff it around. Spread it gently and thinly. On Tuesday, November 26, 2013 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout dtshr...@gmail.com wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. -- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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It is dehydrating, which is why I could not breath. So, yes, that would be my concern. Just because it is natural, does not mean it does not have issues. I wouldn't say don't use it, but use it with caution, as anything else. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Shelley Theye ve...@bellsouth.net To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2013 10:29 AM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control I would worry that if it is on their fur, they would ingest when they groom. Isn't it described to be like tiny pieces of broken glass to insects? Shelley Shelley Theye ve...@bellsouth.net On Nov 27, 2013, at 9:53 AM, Beth wrote: I would definitely use it cautiously. I used it as directed on my floors had a bad reaction to it. I was having problems breathing I was wearing a good quality fine particle mask. I worry that it I had that reaction, if I spread it on my cats, they would have problems, too. If you are rubbing it into their fur they would have to inhale some of it. I haven't used the rest of it. Beth Don't Litter, Fix Your Critter! www.Furkids.org From: Lee Evans moonsiste...@yahoo.com To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2013 4:41 PM Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control I would cautiously use diatomaceous earth, food grade type, rubbing it into her fur. It's basically a calcium supplement for cattle but it kills fleas instantly by drying out their soft underside. I would also spread it in carpets, her bedding, and sweep it over all floors where she has access. You can vacuum it up if you like but I usually simply leave a thin layer on. But DO comb it out of her fur after you leave it there about 10 minutes so her skin won't get dry. I stopped a zillion fleas dead in their tracks in my small cat sanctuary (large shed with outside enclosure) by spreading this over the floors. Nothing else helped and I was polka dot fleas from ankle to waist every time I went in there even though I had treated the cats with Frontline Plus. Along came a friend and brought me 12 pounds of the Diatom-Earth and bye-bye fleas overnight. Be careful not to get it into her eyes or up her nose and don't you inhale it either. It's a very fine powder and NEVER use the regular type of diatomaceous earth. Only use the food grade and don't fluff it around. Spread it gently and thinly. On Tuesday, November 26, 2013 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout dtshr...@gmail.com wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. -- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo
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You don't have to put the full dose on the kitty to get some results. I also use program on some of my cats that I cannot put a topical on. Foster and Smith carries Program and you can order it online. I go to their outlet store in Rhinelander, WI and get it for a reduced price when some packages are damaged. I wouldn't do advantage multi...very strong. But I have used Revolution and Frontline in the past with good results. I also vacuum with regular table salt and/or baking soda on the carpets...kills the luittle buggers cause their eggs dry up. Just apply a little salt/baking soda, wait 30 minutes and vacuum. Carolyn On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org http://www.JonahsPlace.org* ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org -- ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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Right I've heard bad things about Advantage Multi. Gloria Sent from my iPhone On Nov 27, 2013, at 11:19 AM, trustinhi...@charter.net wrote: You don't have to put the full dose on the kitty to get some results. I also use program on some of my cats that I cannot put a topical on. Foster and Smith carries Program and you can order it online. I go to their outlet store in Rhinelander, WI and get it for a reduced price when some packages are damaged. I wouldn't do advantage multi...very strong. But I have used Revolution and Frontline in the past with good results. I also vacuum with regular table salt and/or baking soda on the carpets...kills the luittle buggers cause their eggs dry up. Just apply a little salt/baking soda, wait 30 minutes and vacuum. Carolyn On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org http://www.JonahsPlace.org* ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org -- ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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Thank you to EVERYONE for your responses!! You guys had some really good ideas and input that I hadn't thought of. I do have some high grade D.E. that I forgot about that I can dust on the floors and furniture. I'll be very careful to not over do it with that. I have heard a lot of people comment that the 'older' flea meds aren't working well anymore (Adv, Frontline, Rev, etc.) so I will check into the other ones that were mentioned and just keep at it. Happy Thanksgiving all!! -- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org From: gbl...@aristotle.net Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 12:37:35 -0600 To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control Right I've heard bad things about Advantage Multi. Gloria Sent from my iPhone On Nov 27, 2013, at 11:19 AM, trustinhi...@charter.net wrote: You don't have to put the full dose on the kitty to get some results. I also use program on some of my cats that I cannot put a topical on. Foster and Smith carries Program and you can order it online. I go to their outlet store in Rhinelander, WI and get it for a reduced price when some packages are damaged. I wouldn't do advantage multi...very strong. But I have used Revolution and Frontline in the past with good results. I also vacuum with regular table salt and/or baking soda on the carpets...kills the luittle buggers cause their eggs dry up. Just apply a little salt/baking soda, wait 30 minutes and vacuum. Carolyn On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org http://www.JonahsPlace.org* ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org -- ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
[Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. -- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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I have no idea of the safety, but you might want to look into the newer topicals such as Activyl and Simpleguard as it seems Rev/Adv/Frontline aren't as effective as they used to be, for many of us anyway. Program is said to be very safe, as it Capstar (not a preventative) so there might be combinations you could use to try and gently but effectively treat prevent. On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org http://www.JonahsPlace.org* ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control
I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. *-- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org http://www.JonahsPlace.org* ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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I would cautiously use diatomaceous earth, food grade type, rubbing it into her fur. It's basically a calcium supplement for cattle but it kills fleas instantly by drying out their soft underside. I would also spread it in carpets, her bedding, and sweep it over all floors where she has access. You can vacuum it up if you like but I usually simply leave a thin layer on. But DO comb it out of her fur after you leave it there about 10 minutes so her skin won't get dry. I stopped a zillion fleas dead in their tracks in my small cat sanctuary (large shed with outside enclosure) by spreading this over the floors. Nothing else helped and I was polka dot fleas from ankle to waist every time I went in there even though I had treated the cats with Frontline Plus. Along came a friend and brought me 12 pounds of the Diatom-Earth and bye-bye fleas overnight. Be careful not to get it into her eyes or up her nose and don't you inhale it either. It's a very fine powder and NEVER use the regular type of diatomaceous earth. Only use the food grade and don't fluff it around. Spread it gently and thinly. On Tuesday, November 26, 2013 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout dtshr...@gmail.com wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. -- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
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i LIKE THIS ALSO. I WAS BEGINNING TO THINK I HAD DONE SOMETHING WRONG, NO ACTIVITY FOR A FEW DAYS. Lee Evans moonsiste...@yahoo.com wrote: I would cautiously use diatomaceous earth, food grade type, rubbing it into her fur. It's basically a calcium supplement for cattle but it kills fleas instantly by drying out their soft underside. I would also spread it in carpets, her bedding, and sweep it over all floors where she has access. You can vacuum it up if you like but I usually simply leave a thin layer on. But DO comb it out of her fur after you leave it there about 10 minutes so her skin won't get dry. I stopped a zillion fleas dead in their tracks in my small cat sanctuary (large shed with outside enclosure) by spreading this over the floors. Nothing else helped and I was polka dot fleas from ankle to waist every time I went in there even though I had treated the cats with Frontline Plus. Along came a friend and brought me 12 pounds of the Diatom-Earth and bye-bye fleas overnight. Be careful not to get it into her eyes or up her nose and don't you inhale it either. It's a very fine powder and NEVER use the regular type of diatomaceous earth. Only use the food grade and don't fluff it around. Spread it gently and thinly. On Tuesday, November 26, 2013 2:49 PM, Tracey Shrout dtshr...@gmail.com wrote: I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK, and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems. I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness. I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort to work though. Good luck...Tracey On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B teals...@hotmail.com wrote: I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I have been so aggressive. Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on herthat way it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months old and healthy considering. -- Have YOU Heard About It Yet??? www.JonahsPlace.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
