Hi,
I am very disturbed to discover that two out of my three Labradors (inside dogs) have fleas….a disturbing discovery in any case, but particularly maddening given that I have had them on K-9 Advantix since at least March, and have not gone “overdue” in the dosing schedule. What on earth is going on?? I have two dogs with fleas, I had to go away for a couple of days the day after I made the horrible discovery, but bathed the first dog with Adams Flea & Tick shampoo (I didn’t know the other had the fleas, plus I hadn’t needed the shampoo in literally years and only had one dog’s worth in house). I also re-treated everyone with the K-9 Advantix. It seems inexcusable to me that, approximately $36.00 worth of Advantix later, I come home to fleas, fleas, fleas (plus an added bonus of a dog who now appears to have flea allergy dermatitis!) How can I treat my home (we have birds, kids, & fish)? Do exterminators have any edge? Uggh! Thanks in advance fellow dog lovers!

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Fresh Chicken, New Zealand Lamb Meal, Duck Meal Premium quality meats (no by-products)
Brown Rice .This bran layer holds nutrients of vital importance, such as fiber and essential oils.
Fresh Carrots An excellent source of vitamin A and beta carotene.
Oatmeal An exceptional source of: carbohydrates, fiber, thiamin and vitamin E. it does not contain the allergy causing glutens found in other grains.
Fresh Potatoes Rich in potassium – highly digestible carbohydrates for energy.
Taurine Fortified New studies show that dogs need Taurine for cardiovascular health.
Skin and Coat Linoleic Acid, Whole Ground Flaxseed, Vitamin E, Biotin, and Dried Kelp -an excellent skin and coat condition for your dog.
No Artificial Preservatives, Flavors, Colors, or Bleached Ingredients. No Corn or Wheat

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