This newer product talks about how it differs from others flea & tick control products on todays market. It contains an insect growth regulator and Permethrin. Beginning to sound like a Double Mint Commercial? The package says that it will kill or repel fleas, brown dog ticks, and American dog ticks and deer ticks for up to 3 to 4 weeks. It will also prevent mosquitoes from feeding for up to 4 weeks. It is supposed to kill fleas eggs and larvae for up to 123 days.

What is an insect growth regulator. It is a chemical that inhibits normal life cycle growth of insects such as fleas. Does not work on ticks. What is Permethrin? It is a synthetic form of the naturally occurring in nature Pyrethrins. Both chemicals work by disturbing the nervous system of the insect.

The literature does caution that rare individual dogs may be sensitive to one or more components of the product. It is not for use on cats as it is very toxic to them. The literature also cautions using on dogs who have active physical contact with cats. The product is safe enough to use with other flea control products according to the 6 pages pamphlet I received. It advises you to consult your retailer, entomologist or veterinarian for recommendations on products. I am going to call my local entomologist tomorrow morning and ask....yeah right!

This is another of those that supposedly works on the oily layer of the dog’s skin where rain and swimming have a small effect. Shampooing will also remove some natural oils and the product with it. But I failed to mention earlier when I told you a rare dog will have a problem with being sensitive to the product. When redness or irritation show up at the application site you should shampoo with a mild product and see your veterinarian. This product has hazards to humans and you should avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. It is also extremely toxic to fish. Could swimming dogs contaminate water?

Do I hear a snake oil salesman in the background here..you be the judge. Well I did read the entire package. It says that this is "step three" in the program. It is only effective if you follow all four steps.

Step 1: Shampoo or dip the dog.

Step 2: Treat indoor/outdoor with their other product

Step 3: Apply Bio Spot...once a month

Step 4: Routine maintenance with animal sprays/powders