Advantage II is praised for effectively controlling fleas but has mixed outcomes for ticks, particularly in tick-heavy areas. Some users report significant skin reactions, while others find it a good value.
Adverse skin reactions reported in some dogs.
Prevention: Consult a veterinarian before use, especially if the dog has a history of skin reactions.
Ineffective against ticks in tick-heavy areas.
Prevention: Consider using a different product or combining with another tick treatment.
Many users report that Advantage II is highly effective in controlling fleas.
Pets show reduced scratching and increased comfort after using Advantage II.
The topical application is straightforward and easy to apply.
Some users report that Advantage II does not work well against ticks, especially in tick-heavy areas.
Some users feel the product is too expensive for the benefits it provides.
A few users report adverse skin reactions in their pets after using the product.
Factors: Frequency of use, Environmental conditions
Advantage II is not effective against ticks, especially in areas with high tick populations. Users report finding ticks on their dogs even after application.
Some users report adverse skin reactions, including extreme restlessness and discomfort.
Some users feel it is too expensive, especially considering its limitations against ticks and potential adverse reactions.
"Glad I decided to try switching from frontline to advantage. After months and months of treating for fleas, they are now gone. I was wasting my money on frontline. It wasn’t working on my dogs or my cats. - Amy"
"Once we moved up north to more deep woods it didn't seem to do much for ticks, we kept finding engorged ticks on the dog and several getting embedded. - Angela"
Advantage II is a reliable choice for flea control but consider alternatives for areas with high tick populations or if you are concerned about potential skin reactions.
This product has severe adverse effects on dogs and should be avoided.
Effective flea and tick treatment, but mixed results.
Mixed success with flea and tick control, potential adverse effects.
Effective flea and tick treatment with mixed user experiences.
Frontline Plus Flea & Tick Spot Treatment is currently unreliable for many users.