Make Your Diagnosis
Resistance to a Flea Product?
March 11, 2010 (Article found in Clinician's Brief, March 2010 issue)
A mixed-breed dog and 2 domestic shorthair cats were presented for severe flea infestation.
History. The owner reported that fleas were first seen 4 weeks ago on all 3 pets. He purchased several flea products from hardware stores, pet supply stores, and a local veterinarian but concluded the fleas were resistant to the products because none seemed to be effective. The owner reported that the dog sleeps indoors and is restricted to a fenced-in backyard while outdoors; the cats are kept indoors exclusively.....http://www.cliniciansbrief.com/column/make-your-diagnosis/resistance-flea-product]
