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Jim from Nocona, Tx writes

Which Sevin product would be the most effective for fleas in my dog pen,sevin dust or granules

My dogs pen is overran by flea. Ive triwd a few differant things but no luck. I went to buy sevin dust and seen the granules. Which product (sevin dust or sevin lawn granules ) would be more effective?

Answer:

We normally would steer away from Sevin unless there is a veggie garden in the area.  All animals need to be out of the area while you are doing the application and they can safely return after the treated area has dried. When spraying outdoors the area you are treating should be dry at the time of the application and for 24 hours after the application. After 24 hours the products will be rain safe. Conquer and Archer IGR can be applied. On upholstered furniture you could use a product that is labeled for this type of application such as Ultracide. Most infestations require a second treatment and severe infestation may even require a third treatment. Treatments should be applied at two week intervals. Infested areas indoors should be thoroughly vacuumed prior to product applications to help remove as much flea eggs, larvae and debris as possible, and also to help stimulate larvae to change stages and come into contact with the product. You should continue to vacuum at least every other day for the next two weeks. Pets should be treated for fleas as well as the areas they spend a lot of time such as pet bed, kennels, carriers, couches, and moist shady areas where they spend time outside.  If you still want to use Sevin we recommend Sevin granules.

Answer last updated on: 02/21/2015

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