Fleas Persist, But Reason Isn’t Resistance
By Jessica Tremayne
Veterinarians are in a tough spot when a client challenges the efficacy of spot-on insecticides. They can’t force the client to follow product directions, nor can they administer the flea control every month.
Asking a client about product application, the home environment and untreated pets can reveal a potentially resolvable situation. However, more often than not, the owner projects a sterling report of by-the-book compliance and a bewilderment of continued flea propagation.
Attempting to resolve the infestation, veterinarians often switch to a different product and the resistance ... Read full story» |