Shorelunch Posted July 2, 2013 Share Posted July 2, 2013 I live in northern Minnesota and am picking up a lab pup in a week. Since we're prone to wood and deer ticks, do I use a Frontline type of product on a 7-8 week old pup? What are your recommendations on when to start using a Frontline type of product? And do you recommend Frontline - or are the generic brands of Frontline/Advantix sold at discount retailers, etc, pretty good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pherris Posted July 2, 2013 Share Posted July 2, 2013 I know many have had good success with the Frontline - Advantix but my lab had a very bad reaction to it. I use Vectra 3D with no problems. I would check with your vet to see if it should be used that young. Maybe others can speak to the age.Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BirddogLabs Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 I also use Vectra 3D and am pleased with it. On the package insert is says for puppies 7 weeks and older. We previously used Frontline Plus but my dogs would still get a few ticks so I switched a couple of years ago. I believe they had to be 8 weeks or older but do not remember. Each product is different so it is important to read the label or talk with your vet prior to use, especially with a puppy. Good luck and have fun with your new puppy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slabineye Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 My vet gave me some Vectra for my 8 week old puppy pretty sure they make different sizes for the age of dog it seemed to work well until the puppy doubled in size then i had re apply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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