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**Willow52** · #21 (**permalink**) 11-10-2012, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Donnalsoule

Here's my confusion: If Trifexis and Comfortis are just for fleas - not ticks - then wouldn't I still have to use some kind of topical tick medicine monthly? Using a topical medicine is what I was trying to avoid.

If you have a tick problem in your area, yes you would stil would have to use a topical.

IowaGold · #22 (**permalink**) 11-11-2012, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Donnalsoule

Here's my confusion: If Trifexis and Comfortis are just for fleas - not ticks - then wouldn't I still have to use some kind of topical tick medicine monthly? Using a topical medicine is what I was trying to avoid.

You can, or you can use a Scalibor or Preventic collar (the Preventic only if your dog won't get wet). I love combining Trifexis with the Scalibor for my girls.