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What is Permethrin?<\/a>
\nUsage<\/a>
\nHow Often to Use It?<\/a>
\nSide Effects<\/a>
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Nobody likes the idea of dousing their pets in chemicals, but nobody likes the idea of fleas, ticks, and other creepy crawlies living on their canine companions either. This puts pet parents between a rock and a hard place when it comes to balancing external parasites. Fortunately, permethrin, when used correctly, is considered safe for dogs<\/strong>. But that doesn\u2019t mean you should use permethrin without first consulting with your vet. Here we\u2019ll break down how to use permethrin properly and safely to keep external parasites at bay.<\/p>\n

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What is Permethrin?<\/h2>\n

Permethrin is an insecticide that belongs to the pyrethroid family. All this means is that acts similarly to a group of compounds that are naturally found in the chrysanthemum flower. It is a man-made product that is used to kill lice and mites on livestock species, mosquitos in urban areas, and fleas and ticks on companion animals. K9 Advantix<\/a> and Frontline Shield<\/a> are two topical permethrin products you may be familiar with.<\/p>\n

Along with animals, permethrin can also be used on crops, gardens, buildings, and clothing to kill and repel a number of unwanted nuisances.<\/p>\n

Permethrin works by disrupting the nervous system of insects, causing spasms, paralysis, and death. Dogs and humans are safe from the effects of permethrin because they can break it down quickly and harmlessly. Insects, on the other hand, can not, making it extremely toxic to them. It\u2019s important to know that cats also can\u2019t properly metabolize permethrin, so it shouldn\u2019t be used on them.<\/p>\n

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How is Permethrin Used in Dogs?<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ll most likely run into permethrin as a topical insecticide that you put on your dog\u2019s skin. These medications are absorbed by the skin, providing a metered dosage of permethrin, and other ingredients, throughout a dog\u2019s body for a limited duration to help protect against fleas, ticks, lice, and mites. Other ingredients may be included that will also handle internal parasites, such as roundworms, but that depends on the product.<\/p>\n

Topical products containing permethrin will be dosed based on a dog\u2019s weight range. Giving the recommended dose at the recommended frequency is considered safe for most healthy dogs. If your pup has a health condition, be sure to consult your veterinarian before giving your dog permethrin-containing products or any other parasiticides.<\/p>\n

You may also find permethrin as an area spray to treat fleas and ticks in your home. These come in a variety of formulations, so you should use them according to the labeled instructions.<\/p>\n

How Often is Permethrin Given to Dogs?<\/h2>\n

Most topical flea and tick products that contain permethrin are labeled to be given roughly once a month, or every 30 days. If you forget to give your pup their next dose, just give it as soon as you remember then readjust your schedule for the next 30 days. Be aware that a lapse in treatment may put your pup at risk of a flea, tick, or otherwise infestation, but giving the next dose as soon as you remember will likely take care of it.<\/p>\n

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Permethrin Potential Side Effects<\/h2>\n

When used at the recommended dosage and frequency in healthy dogs, side effects are rare, but you may see:<\/p>\n

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