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Learn how to remove flea and ticks. Petco has flea and tick removal services for dogs and cats. Get fleas and ticks removed at your neighborhood Petco.
Updated on July 28th, 2026
Because fleas are so problematic, flea prevention is essential! Commonly prescribed preventives include oral and topical medications—although injectable flea prevention is available, as well.
Updated on June 19th, 2026
You may have heard that flea and tick prevention are crucial for dogs and cats, but do you know why? Petco is sharing why and how to prioritize pest prevention for your pet.
Updated on June 19th, 2026
Learn how to care for your cat, recommended diet and grooming care. Find the right food, supplies and equipment at your neighborhood Petco.
Updated on April 9th, 2026
If you've spotted the tell-tale sign of fleas, the first thought you may have is, "How can I get rid of fleas on cats?" But, along with treatment for your pet, prevention methods are essential for their comfort and health.
Updated on October 23rd, 2025
Since both Sentry and Frontline use the same active ingredient (fipronil) it is unlikely that you will see better protection switching to the Frontline. You will need to choose a product with a different ingredient, like Advantage or Revolution or a Seresto collar. If you choose to use another topical, I would recommend bathing your kitty today to remove any remnants of the Sentry, and wait 3 days to apply the next topical. It is important to wait after bathing so that the natural body oils have time to coat the skin to ensure adequate absorption. You do not need to wait or bathe to use a Seresto collar.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Hello, & thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. You can apply the frontline 3 weeks after using the zodiac. If you need to use something quicker, you can administer an OTC Capstar immediately, or purchase a Comfortis from your veterinarian.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Cats can be sensitive to flea medications. For that reason it is safest to wait 2 weeks between products even with different ingredients. Your vet can prescribe a cap star which is a pill that will last for a day that can help while you wait the remaining time
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Frontline will kill fleas within 24 hours and ticks within 48 hours. To be safe, you should also treat all your cats as well. A majority of a flea population lives off the pet, only hopping on to feed. A flea treatment and prevention program will include treatment of the pet and the environment. Use a preventative for at least 3 consecutive months, preferably year round.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Frontline is indeed effective. However, it may take a few days to see effect. Hopefully, it does work for Shadow. However, if no effect is observed, consider checking in with your veterinarian as other options could be attempted like Bravecto for example and even Capstar which has more of an immediate effect. Best of luck!
Updated on September 24th, 2025