How often do I apply it?

Once a month. Part the fur between the shoulder blades, squeeze the tube onto the skin, and repeat every 30 days.

Can my dog swim after applying it?

Wait a few days after each dose before swimming or bathing so the product spreads and stays on the skin.

Yes. It is labeled for fleas and ticks, including deer ticks, which are the main carrier of Lyme disease.

Check the label for the minimum age and weight. This size is only for dogs from 45 to 88 lbs, so smaller dogs and puppies need a different size.

Capstar tablets kill fleas for about 24 hours. NextStar is a monthly topical that also covers ticks and lasts around a month.

Use the size that matches your dog's current weight. If your dog is near 88 lbs, weigh it before choosing.

3 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Petsmart, Tractor Supply Co.

At Petsmart, for $34.99, as of our latest check.

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