Missie

About 30 hrs have past since I applied the Advantage flea stuff. I noticed she stopped itching about 4hrs ago and the redness is dying down. So it seems to work very well. We have gone from having a misserable sad looking Jack Russell, that possibly would have needed vet treatment because of the scratched skin, to one that now almost looks normal. Thanks for all the replies.

Hi, I'm new to the dog world and feeling a little dumb. Our Jack Russell started itching I think over the past two weeks. The base of her tail and tummy are red and some parts looking raw where she scratches, drags and rolls herself over the ground. I purchased Advantage flea stuff and applied it as directed yesterday. I believe the fleas should die within 12 hrs but she is still itching. How long does a flea bite last? If I get bitten by a mossie the bite remains itchy long after the mossie has gone. Are flea bites of a similar nature? I have cleaned out her kennel and replaced her blanket. Any thoughts?