Question:
My husband and I have a bichon frise. He is 2 years old.
I wanted to ask you about brewer's yeast tablets
(500 mg) for fleas. We were using Frontline, but became concerned after reading your article about Frontline possibly causing seizures, and we no longer use it.
We are using the brewer's yeast, two tablets daily. Is this an OK amount? If not, please print the correct amount.
Our dog eats the tablets with no problem and started taking them four days ago.
N.P., Festus, Mo Jun 13, 2011
Answer:
Brewer's Yeast (as distinct from baker's yeast) does seem to help make cats and dogs less attractive to fleas.
Buying the brewer's yeast in bulk (in powder or flake form) and mixing about 1 teaspoon per 30 pounds of body weight in the animal's food every day may be cheaper than purchasing tablets, but the tablets do make good treats for rewarding good behavior. Two tablets a day plus a 1/2 teaspoon of fish oil or 1 teaspoon of flaxseed oil (which may soften his stool) will be good for his skin and coat. A clove of chopped raw garlic in his food daily during flea season may also keep him clear (but this is not safe for cats).
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