Parasites such as fleas, ticks, lice and flying insects are more than just a nuisance. These parasites can cause allergic reactions and dermatitis, lead to secondary bacterial infections and even transmit diseases and other parasites! Advantix for dogs kills fleas and ticks on contact, meaning they dont have to bite your dog to be affected by the active ingredients. Advantix also repels ticks, mosquitoes, sandflies and stable flies. Available as a simple water-resistant^ spot-on treatment for dogs of all sizes and puppies from seven weeks of age, Advantix is the simple solution to keep your pet safe for life.Advantix contains two main active ingredients called imidacloprid and permethrin that work in combination against fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, sandflies, lice and stable flies. The treatment is administered as a simple spot-on treatment. Advantix stays effective even when your dog gets wet.^ Advantix is not suitable for cats, and should only ever be used on dogs.