Hartz

Hartz UltraGuard Rid Flea & Tick Shampoo

Dog Shampoos
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Red Paw Alert
Additional Precautions Recommended
0.0/ 10
CleanWise Score
Additional Precautions Recommended

Sub-scores

Puppy Safety
2.0
Adult Dog Safety
3.0
Paw Safety
4.0
Respiratory Safety
3.0
Licking Risk
1.5
Environmental
2.5
Cleaning Performance
6.0
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About this product

Pyrethrin flea and tick shampoo — red-paw for most homes; discuss with your vet.

Use with care

  • Talk to your vet first — modern prescription flea prevention is safer and more effective

Additional precautions

  • Pyrethrins can trigger tremors, drooling, or worse in sensitive dogs
  • Extremely toxic to cats in the same household
  • Never use on puppies under 12 weeks

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CleanWise provides educational information to help dog owners make informed household choices. Scores are based upon ingredient transparency, intended use and currently available information. Individual dogs may have different sensitivities. Always follow manufacturer instructions.