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marko138 · 11-14-2009, 12:41 PM

Yeah, my dog got seizures when we used Hartz flea/tic stuff on him. I never put together that the Hartz could have been the problem. Then I did a story on it. Stopped using that shit and he hasn't had one since. Fuck that garbage. No vet will recommend it.

the chi · 11-14-2009, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by marko138

Yeah, my dog got seizures when we used Hartz flea/tic stuff on him. I never put together that the Hartz could have been the problem. Then I did a story on it. Stopped using that shit and he hasn't had one since. Fuck that garbage. No vet will recommend it.

I read the warnings, but was poor as shit and figured it would never happen. Out of 7, she was the only one who reacted and quite literally could have died. It was a terrible night and taught me a lesson. I'll skimp on other things, but not my pet care.

marko138 · 11-14-2009, 02:39 PM

I was unfamiliar with the whole situation until I did the story when I worked in news. And I thought, man, I have some of that stuff at home. It helped for b-roll though...

Tsunami · 11-14-2009, 05:10 PM

Holy crap why is that hartz stuff still on the shelf?

marko138 · 11-14-2009, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Tsunami

Holy crap why is that hartz stuff still on the shelf?

Good question.

the chi · 11-14-2009, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Tsunami

Holy crap why is that hartz stuff still on the shelf?

Because people don't know any better. Most animals will never react, and people don't wanna pay 4 time the price at their vets.

Avatard · 11-14-2009, 11:27 PM

It's simple; once the cost of the lawsuits from dogs dying exceeds the profits from the product, then and only then will it be removed from the shelves.

Amber Lamps · 11-15-2009, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Avatard

It's simple; once the cost of the lawsuits from dogs dying exceeds the profits from the product, then and only then will it be removed from the shelves.

Yep that would be a tough case though... It's not like you aren't warned all over the package and hell, even on a MOTORCYCLE FORUM about the possible side effects...

HurricaneHeather · 11-16-2009, 08:12 AM

Okay, I know I posted in this thread over the weekend, what the hell?

I ordered some Advantage from Amazon( $10 cheaper than petmeds.com).

I read up on Capstar and the consensus is that you use that when nothing else works. If for some reason the Advantage doesn't work, I'll worry about it then.

My husband now feels horribly guilty for buying the Hartz stuff. He just didn't know.

Thanks for all the tips folks! Me and the kitties appreciate it!

Looni2ns · 11-16-2009, 08:50 AM

Don't have cats, just four dogs. Use Frontline or Advantage, then mix boric acid powder (or borax) w/carpet fresh and dust the carpets, then vacuum. If fleas leave the animal, the stuff in the carpet gets 'em. Check w/vet about the borax since cats love to lick their paws, etc. It's never bothered the dogs. The first advertisement for "dry" flea control I ever saw was at the vet's office.

Now that you've used the Hartz on them, you'll need to check with the vet as to when you can put the Advantage on them. You don't want to double up on stuff. Also, if you use Advantage, DO NOT use a flea shampoo. Just a good shampoo will do.

11-14-2009, 11:27 PM	#7
Avatard Crotch Rocket Curmudgeon Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Here to integrity Moto: Li'l red baby Ninja Posts: 7,482	It's simple; once the cost of the lawsuits from dogs dying exceeds the profits from the product, then and only then will it be removed from the shelves. __________________ Insert free thought here. Last edited by Avatard; 11-14-2009 at 11:29 PM..

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Looni2ns Crazy Lady Rider Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Metro Atlanta Moto: '05 SV650S "Baby", '00 Bandit 600S "Rita", '87 EX500 (track) Posts: 311	Don't have cats, just four dogs. Use Frontline or Advantage, then mix boric acid powder (or borax) w/carpet fresh and dust the carpets, then vacuum. If fleas leave the animal, the stuff in the carpet gets 'em. Check w/vet about the borax since cats love to lick their paws, etc. It's never bothered the dogs. The first advertisement for "dry" flea control I ever saw was at the vet's office. Now that you've used the Hartz on them, you'll need to check with the vet as to when you can put the Advantage on them. You don't want to double up on stuff. Also, if you use Advantage, DO NOT use a flea shampoo. Just a good shampoo will do. __________________ Elite Sportbike, LC Gain the knowledge, live the experience! www.elitesportbike.com

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11-14-2009, 12:41 PM	#1
marko138 DefenderOfTheBuelliverse Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Parts Unknown Moto: Buell XB12R Posts: 18,585	Yeah, my dog got seizures when we used Hartz flea/tic stuff on him. I never put together that the Hartz could have been the problem. Then I did a story on it. Stopped using that shit and he hasn't had one since. Fuck that garbage. No vet will recommend it.

11-14-2009, 02:39 PM	#3
marko138 DefenderOfTheBuelliverse Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Parts Unknown Moto: Buell XB12R Posts: 18,585	I was unfamiliar with the whole situation until I did the story when I worked in news. And I thought, man, I have some of that stuff at home. It helped for b-roll though...

11-14-2009, 05:10 PM	#4
Tsunami Pug Queen Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Las Vegas, NV Moto: DR200, SV650 Posts: 2,486	Holy crap why is that hartz stuff still on the shelf?

11-16-2009, 08:12 AM	#9
HurricaneHeather AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Sydney Moto: '98 Honda Fireblade Posts: 3,696	Okay, I know I posted in this thread over the weekend, what the hell? I ordered some Advantage from Amazon( $10 cheaper than petmeds.com). I read up on Capstar and the consensus is that you use that when nothing else works. If for some reason the Advantage doesn't work, I'll worry about it then. My husband now feels horribly guilty for buying the Hartz stuff. He just didn't know. Thanks for all the tips folks! Me and the kitties appreciate it!