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Gary writes:
>We know of some ferret owners that have been using "PROGRAM" (for small
>dogs) recommended by their vet. Can anyone tell us if using one of these
>new flea control products is safe fo r our ferrets (we have five now)?
I had a terrible flea problem at one point and adopted a multiple strategy,
all pieces of which were suggested here on the FML. I talked to my vet
before starting to make sure I wouldn't hurt the fur kids.
1) I use PROGRAM for CATS on my fur balls. You SHOULD NOT use Program for
dogs. Ferrets and Cats need a higher dosage of the medicine. You should
note that Program doesn't kill fleas, it affects the eggs so the fleas can't
reproduce. Your kids can still CATCH fleas.
2) Put a moth ball in the bag of your vacuum and vacuum regularly.
3) Use Dr. Donner's Peppermint Soap when you bathe the kids. I use regular
ferret shampoo for the first lather, the soap for the second. Repels fleas
outside, and makes the kids smell great.
Cheers!
Matthew.
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The Arts in Technology--Creative Consulting and Contracting
J. Matthew Saunders
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with the tools of our own time" --Robert Edmond Jones
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[Posted in FML issue 2323]
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