{"id":16343,"date":"2022-03-25T10:56:16","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:56:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:56:16","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:56:16","slug":"does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Comfortis kill all stages of fleas?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Does_Comfortis_kill_all_stages_of_fleas\" title=\"Does Comfortis kill all stages of fleas?\">Does Comfortis kill all stages of fleas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#How_long_does_it_take_to_kill_fleas_after_treatment\" title=\"How long does it take to kill fleas after treatment?\">How long does it take to kill fleas after treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Does_spinosad_kill_flea_eggs\" title=\"Does spinosad kill flea eggs?\">Does spinosad kill flea eggs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Does_Comfortis_repel_fleas\" title=\"Does Comfortis repel fleas?\">Does Comfortis repel fleas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#How_long_does_it_take_Comfortis_to_kill_all_fleas\" title=\"How long does it take Comfortis to kill all fleas?\">How long does it take Comfortis to kill all fleas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#What_flea_treatment_kills_all_stages_of_fleas\" title=\"What flea treatment kills all stages of fleas?\">What flea treatment kills all stages of fleas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#What_kills_all_stages_of_fleas_on_dogs\" title=\"What kills all stages of fleas on dogs?\">What kills all stages of fleas on dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Does_Comfortis_kill_flea_eggs\" title=\"Does Comfortis kill flea eggs?\">Does Comfortis kill flea eggs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#How_long_does_it_take_to_stop_the_flea_cycle\" title=\"How long does it take to stop the flea cycle?\">How long does it take to stop the flea cycle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_all_fleas_to_die_after_treatment\" title=\"How long does it take for all fleas to die after treatment?\">How long does it take for all fleas to die after treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Why_do_I_still_see_fleas_after_treatment\" title=\"Why do I still see fleas after treatment?\">Why do I still see fleas after treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Do_fleas_jump_off_after_treatment\" title=\"Do fleas jump off after treatment?\">Do fleas jump off after treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#How_do_I_know_if_the_fleas_are_gone\" title=\"How do I know if the fleas are gone?\">How do I know if the fleas are gone?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#How_many_flea_treatments_does_it_take_to_get_rid_of_fleas\" title=\"How many flea treatments does it take to get rid of fleas?\">How many flea treatments does it take to get rid of fleas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Can_fleas_survive_flea_treatment\" title=\"Can fleas survive flea treatment?\">Can fleas survive flea treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#What_kills_flea_eggs_instantly\" title=\"What kills flea eggs instantly?\">What kills flea eggs instantly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#What_spray_kills_flea_eggs\" title=\"What spray kills flea eggs?\">What spray kills flea eggs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Does_comfortis_kill_flea_eggs_and_larvae\" title=\"Does comfortis kill flea eggs and larvae?\">Does comfortis kill flea eggs and larvae?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#What_kills_dog_flea_eggs\" title=\"What kills dog flea eggs?\">What kills dog flea eggs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Do_flea_eggs_die_after_treatment\" title=\"Do flea eggs die after treatment?\">Do flea eggs die after treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#What_kills_flea_eggs_naturally\" title=\"What kills flea eggs naturally?\">What kills flea eggs naturally?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Will_spinosad_kill_fleas\" title=\"Will spinosad kill fleas?\">Will spinosad kill fleas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Does_Comfortis_prevent_fleas\" title=\"Does Comfortis prevent fleas?\">Does Comfortis prevent fleas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#How_long_until_Comfortis_kills_all_fleas\" title=\"How long until Comfortis kills all fleas?\">How long until Comfortis kills all fleas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-comfortis-kill-all-stages-of-fleas\/#Does_Comfortis_stop_working\" title=\"Does Comfortis stop working?\">Does Comfortis stop working?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Comfortis_kill_all_stages_of_fleas\"><\/span>Does Comfortis kill all stages of fleas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Comfortis is often prescribed in conjunction with another drug, like Sentinel, that <b>will kill fleas in the pre-adult life stages (egg, larva, pupa). Together they form a more complete protection.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_kill_fleas_after_treatment\"><\/span>How long does it take to kill fleas after treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Adult fleas will be killed within <b>a few days but the floor should not be vacuumed, swept or washed for at least two weeks after treatment because there will still be eggs which will continue to hatch.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_spinosad_kill_flea_eggs\"><\/span>Does spinosad kill flea eggs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Spinosad was highly effective in reducing flea egg production (x26gt;99.8% across the entire study period) compared to control dogs in both egg collection studies. Insufficient numbers of eggs were recovered from spinosad-treated dogs to determine the viability of those eggs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Comfortis_repel_fleas\"><\/span>Does Comfortis repel fleas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Once-monthly Comfortis kills fleas before they can lay eggs, preventing future infestations. For comprehensive protection, be sure to treat all pets in the home. See other Elanco products for controlling fleas.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_Comfortis_to_kill_all_fleas\"><\/span>How long does it take Comfortis to kill all fleas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fortunately for you and your dog or cat, Comfortisxae (spinosad) works quickly to protect your pet from fleas. Comfortis starts killing fleas in <b>30 minutes of the first dose and killed 100% of fleas on dogs and 98% of fleas on cats in just four hours in controlled laboratory studies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_flea_treatment_kills_all_stages_of_fleas\"><\/span>What flea treatment kills all stages of fleas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Activylxae<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kills_all_stages_of_fleas_on_dogs\"><\/span>What kills all stages of fleas on dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Vacuum often. All four stages of fleas are killed after vacuuming, with a 96 percent success rate. Homes that are vacuumed often will usually not have a flea problem that persists for long, because the eggs, larvae, pupa and adult fleas will all be killed or removed through the vacuum.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Comfortis_kill_flea_eggs\"><\/span>Does Comfortis kill flea eggs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Comfortis kills fleas before they can lay eggs when used monthly, according to the label directions. If you see fleas on your dog or cat within a month after your pet receives Comfortis, they are most likely new fleas.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_stop_the_flea_cycle\"><\/span>How long does it take to stop the flea cycle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Spinosad was highly effective in reducing flea egg production (x26gt;99.8% across the entire study period) compared to control dogs in both egg collection studies. Insufficient numbers of eggs were recovered from spinosad-treated dogs to determine the viability of those eggs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_all_fleas_to_die_after_treatment\"><\/span>How long does it take for all fleas to die after treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Adult fleas will be killed within <b>a few days but the floor should not be vacuumed, swept or washed for at least two weeks after treatment because there will still be eggs which will continue to hatch.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_I_still_see_fleas_after_treatment\"><\/span>Why do I still see fleas after treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>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&#8217;s haircoat, so the presence of visible fleas after treating your pet, is <b>a sign that the product is working<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_fleas_jump_off_after_treatment\"><\/span>Do fleas jump off after treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>No, the fleas don&#8217;t jump off after the treatment.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_the_fleas_are_gone\"><\/span>How do I know if the fleas are gone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Make sure you <b>check your pet&#8217;s toes, around the ears, armpits, tail and head as well. These are often popular places for the fleas to hide and hang out. Keep a close eye on the white paper or towel. You are looking for and fleas that fall or jump off.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_flea_treatments_does_it_take_to_get_rid_of_fleas\"><\/span>How many flea treatments does it take to get rid of fleas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Follow-up. Fleas have a complex life cycle. At some stages of their life cycle they are resistant to insecticides and other flea control products. In order to get rid of fleas in all stages of the life cycle, <b>two or more follow-up treatments within 5-10 days after the first application are needed<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_fleas_survive_flea_treatment\"><\/span>Can fleas survive flea treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once a flea infestation has set up in your home, it can take a while to completely clear it. The cocoon stage in the flea life cycle can remain dormant within your home for many months, so <b>new fleas can continue to emerge for months, even after treatment<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kills_flea_eggs_instantly\"><\/span>What kills flea eggs instantly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hot Water. <\/b><b>Washing linens and bedding in water that is 140 degrees or hotter will be effective to destroy most flea eggs that have made their way into fabrics and upholstery. Steam cleaning carpets after vacuuming can also help to kill remaining flea eggs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_spray_kills_flea_eggs\"><\/span>What spray kills flea eggs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Products for Eliminating Flea Eggs in the Home Many pet owners choose to use an environmental insect growth regulator to stop fleas from developing. Sprays with IGR, like <b>Sentry Home household flea and tick spray for pets, are great for killing flea eggs in your home.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_comfortis_kill_flea_eggs_and_larvae\"><\/span>Does comfortis kill flea eggs and larvae?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Comfortis is often prescribed in conjunction with another drug, like Sentinel, that <b>will kill fleas in the pre-adult life stages (egg, larva, pupa). Together they form a more complete protection.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kills_dog_flea_eggs\"><\/span>What kills dog flea eggs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Treat Your Pet Use <b>Adams Plus Flea  Tick Spray or Adams Plus Flea  Tick Collars with an insect growth regulator (IGR) designed to kill flea eggs and their larvae. The spray is effective for up to two months, and the collars are effective for up to seven months.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_flea_eggs_die_after_treatment\"><\/span>Do flea eggs die after treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As eggs hatch and develop, you might find fleas reappearing 10-14 days after treatment &#8211; this is quite normal and <b>provided the insecticide remains in place it will kill them. This is why it is important not to carry out cleaning which might remove insecticide.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kills_flea_eggs_naturally\"><\/span>What kills flea eggs naturally?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Spinosad is used as a monthly treatment for flea infestations. <b>After administration, spinosad can kill fleas within 30 minutes and has complete kill within 4 hours<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_spinosad_kill_fleas\"><\/span>Will spinosad kill fleas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Flea eggs and pupae are not affected by insecticides &#8211; this fact is very important to understand after your home has been treated. This prevents proper completion of the flea life cycle, from larvae to the adult stage.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Comfortis_prevent_fleas\"><\/span>Does Comfortis prevent fleas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Comfortis is the FDA-approved chewable, beef-flavored tablet that <b>kills fleas and prevents flea infestations on dogs and cats for a full month. Comfortis is: Convenient. Easy to give and mess-free.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_until_Comfortis_kills_all_fleas\"><\/span>How long until Comfortis kills all fleas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fortunately for you and your dog or cat, Comfortisxae (spinosad) works quickly to protect your pet from fleas. Comfortis starts killing fleas <b>in 30 minutes of the first dose and killed 100% of fleas on dogs and 98% of fleas on cats in just four hours in controlled laboratory studies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Comfortis_stop_working\"><\/span>Does Comfortis stop working?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How long does Comfortis last? <b>Comfortis has demonstrated full effectiveness for an entire month.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Does Comfortis kill all stages of fleas?How long does it take to kill fleas after treatment?Does spinosad kill flea eggs?Does Comfortis repel fleas?How long does it take Comfortis to kill all fleas?What flea treatment kills all stages of fleas?What kills all stages of fleas on dogs?Does Comfortis kill flea eggs?How long does&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16343"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16343"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16343\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16343"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16343"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16343"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}