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What OTC flea treatment is safe for my diabetic dog on Sentinel?
Over the counter flea products that are fine to use with sentinel include frontline plus, advantage and Advantix. Just be sure to not bathe your dog a couple days before or after applying any of those products as that can affect how effective they are.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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Dog on Sentinel has fleas. What's the best way to treat and prevent?
You're correct that Sentinel is considered a "passive" flea control product - it doesn't kill adult fleas, just keeps their eggs from being able to hatch. Capstar would be quite effective at killing any fleas that he currently has on him. It shouldn't be necessary to wash bedding, etc. since the Sentinel will ensure that the fleas are not able to reproduce. In my experience, some dogs do fine with Sentinel as their only flea control method if they are in an environment where they are rarely exposed to fleas. But if you're seeing fleas from time to time, or if your dog has flea allergies or other skin sensitivities, then I would recommend using an adulticide like Nexgard or Bravecto along with his Sentinel.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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Dog on Sentinel has fleas. Can I add K9 Advantix for flea control?
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 September 24th, 2025
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Need tick protection for dog on Sentinel Spectrum. What's safe?
Hi there! Yes, Advantix would be a very reasonable choice to use along with Sentinel Spectrum. You could also use Nexgard or Bravecto for tick coverage, if you prefer an oral medication instead of topical.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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Sentinel Spectrum vs. injection: Which treats more dog parasites?
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If you are talking about a praziquantel injection, I think the Sentinel is a much better option. The injection burns and it only treats one type of parasite. The Sentinel treats many. I recommend the Sentinel. Kisses to Penny!
Updated on September 24th, 2025