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Kiera takes Sentinel every month and I cannot remember if I gave one to her in December. Should I just wait until her due date in January? It was due the 28th
I would contact your veterinarian for specific advice for Kera, but I can give you the following information. The two ingredients in Sentinel are very safe and there is a moderate dosage range. You don't mention Kiera's weight, but depending on her weight, repeating Sentinel may still be within her dosage range even if you gave the Sentinel on the 28th. I would also ask your veterinarinan about when you purchased the Sentinel since that may help you determine (with the number of tablets you have left) if you gave her one last month or not. Finally, it is generally recommended to repeat heartworm medication if you are not sure you gave it since heartworms and intestinal parasites can cause significant disease. I hope that was helpful. Thanks for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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Can I use a second flea treatment with sentinel?
Hi and thanks for posting on Boop by Petco! Yes, there is no harm in using a a topical flea treatment along with sentinel. Advantage II, K9 Avdantix, or Frontline Plus or Gold for example would all be okay. I hope this helps!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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I have a 65 lbs mixed breed dog. she usually takes sentinel spectrum once a month. through a miscommunication, she took it twice in 3 days. do i need to do anything?
Hello, sorry to hear about Hillary. Reports of side effects and adverse reactions with this medication are very rare and are associated with GI signs such as (vomiting, a decreased appetited, and nausea). Hillary should be able to tolerate this double dose, however if you note any of these signs persisting over 3-5 days, then have your veterinarian evaluate Hillary. You may resume her normal dosage next month. Hope this helps and best of luck.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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Can I give my dog Sentinel flavor tabs and wear an Adams flea and tick collar at the same time?
Thanks for using Boop by Petco! You can definitely use both products at the same time. You won’t need the flea collar when you use the Sentinel. Also, the only flea collar that works is a Seresto collar. Every other collar just keeps the fleas away from the neck and fleas like to live near the tail anyway. I would just use the Sentinel only and not a flea collar. Kisses to Kona!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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70lb GSD got 1 sentinel tablet for heartworms (51-100lbs) on Oct. 2. Says that it "controls flea pop." Does this mean kills eggs or fleas? He has fleas. Has it just not kicked in yet?. Can I give spot on K9 advantix? Says "repels and kills fleas of a
Hello, sentinel has an IGR which essentially prevents immature fleas from becoming adult fleas. It does not kill adult fleas. You can still use an adulticide such as advantix spot on to kill the adult fleas. Hope this helps and best of luck.
Updated on August 12th, 2025