How long after using Frontline Can I bathe my dog? Here’s What to Do Next

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How do I know Frontline is working?

A. The active ingredient in FRONTLINE (fipronil) kills fleas by affecting their nervous system, making them hyperactive before dying. These dying fleas often rise to the top of your pet’s haircoat, so the presence of visible fleas after treating your pet, is a sign that the product is working.

How long after applying Frontline Can I touch my dog?

Can I handle or stroke my pet after applying FRONTLINE Plus® / FRONTLINE Tri-Act® / FRONTLINE® Spot On? You can handle, stroke and cuddle your pet as usual as soon as the application site is dry. In the meantime treated animals should not be handled and children should not be allowed to play or sleep with them.

How long should I wait to apply Frontline Plus before or after a bath??

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  • If FRONTLINE Plus is to be applied after a bath, make sure your pet is completely dry before application. FRONTLINE Plus remains effective for 30 days, even if your pet swims or is bathed. After application, keep your pet from getting wet for 24 hours. By on Sep 24, 2018 Report You liked it! Something went wrong. Please try again later.
  • They say you’re supposed to wait at least two days after giving a bath to let the oils on the skin come back so that it will carry the front line properly. By SimonKittyHawaii on Sep 2, 2022 Report You liked it! Something went wrong. Please try again later.
  • Two days after bath to allow natural oils to return to skin and the same before a bath at least two days By Stef on Dec 30, 2022 Report You liked it! Something went wrong. Please try again later.

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    Should I bathe my dog before or after flea treatment?

    Ensure your pet is totally dry before applying FRONTLINE PLUS or FRONTLINE SPRAY products. Do not bath or shampoo your dog for at least 48 hours after application of FRONTLINE PLUS or FRONTLINE SPRAY. Cats may be bathed from 24 hours after application of FRONTLINE PLUS or 48 hours after application of FRONTLINE SPRAY.