Monthly flea treatment, delivered to your door, so you never forget.

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How Itch Flea Treatment works

  • Flea Treatment Ingredients

    Fipronil
    Attacks the central nervous systems of fleas and kills them within 24 hours and ticks within 48 hours. Sucks to be you, fleas.

    (S) Methoprene 
    Directly penetrates flea eggshells, preventing flea larvae and pupae from developing. So long, suckers.

  • THE FLEA LIFE CYCLE

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  • Where do fleas come from?

    Did you know that just 5 fleas on an untreated pet can lead to more than 1 million eggs infesting your home in only 4 weeks*? Gulp. But where do fleas come from?

    Most fleas come into contact with your cat or dog from the environment around them. From gardens, to the pub, the park and street, it can feel like nowhere is safe from the blighters.

    Wildlife such as foxes, hedgehogs, birds, squirrels and rabbits can all be flea-carrying culprits, bringing them into your garden ready for your pet to pick up.

    Anyone who comes into your home (human and pet alike) can unknowingly carry fleas in with them too.

    Believe us when we say prevention really is better than cure. Flea eggs can lurk within your home for up to 5 months before hatching. So even if you think you have treated a flea infestation, it could still come back unexpectedly.

    Break the cycle with Itch - the UK's personalised flea treatment subscription for cats and dogs. Our Itch Flea spot-on treatment attacks fleas at EVERY life stage.


    *Based on an untreated pet having 5 fleas not being groomed off, each laying 50 eggs per day, developing into new fleas in 14 days and new fleas jumping on and laying more eggs.

  • How to tell if your pet has fleas

    Symptoms of flea infestation in your pet can include itching, scratching, visible flea dirt, hair loss from overgrooming or skin irritation. It can also include mysterious insect bites popping up on you, as well.

    5 fleas on an untreated pet can lead to 1 million + eggs infesting your home in as little as 4 weeks*. That’s why it’s important you give your cat their flea treatment every month to stop any unwanted lodgers moving in.

    Top tip: If you think you’ve found flea dirt, run a damp cotton wool pad over it. If the dirt turns red, those fleas aren’t dead. This means you’re dealing with a live infestation.

    Our double action, spot-on flea treatment for cats and dogs, Itch Flea, kills adult fleas within 24 hours, halts all other flea life stages in their tracks and stops any new fleas from infecting your pets, protecting them until their next monthly flea treatment. Plus it kills ticks and lice!


    *Based on an untreated pet having 5 fleas not being groomed off, each laying 50 eggs per day, developing into new fleas in 14 days and new fleas jumping on and laying more eggs.

  • How to get rid of fleas (and prevent them coming back!)

    Itch Flea Treatment for cat and dogs is super easy to apply - once the solution from the pipette is applied to your pet’s skin between their shoulder blades, you can put your feet up, safe in the knowledge they’ll be protected for the next 4 weeks!

    To kill fleas and stopping more developing, our spot-on formula is the best flea treatment:

    ✓ Kills fleas already living on your cat within 24 hours
    ✓ Kills any new fleas that jump onto your cat or dog, any time in the next month
    ✓ Prevents eggs and larvae developing
    ✓ Kills adult ticks attached to your cat and lice within 48 hours
    ✓ Protects your pet and your home

  • Why use spot-on flea treatment?

    Using a flea spot-on treatment is a super quick and easy way to get rid of fleas and keep your pet and home flea-free.

    For some pet parents, giving their four-legged friend a flea tablet can be a real ordeal. Spare yourself (and your pet) the stress by treating them with a flea treatment that is applied to your cat or dog's coat instead.

    As we always say, prevention is better than cure. Itch Flea treatment attacks fleas at all life stages to help keep your pet cat or dog (and your home) flea-free. This means you can avoid needing to resort to flea bombs. It’s a real faff needing to evacuate your home for hours while it works, not to mention adequately airing out the space after so it’s safe for pets and humans alike to go back inside!

See how Itch Flea compares

Effipro Spot On
Advantage
Frontline Spot On
Fiprotec Combo
Frontline Plus
Kills fleas
Kills flea eggs
Kills flea larvae
Kills ticks
Kills lice
Active ingredients
Fipronil, (S)-methoprene
Fipronil
Imidacloprid
Fipronil
Fipronil, (S)-methoprene
Fipronil, (S)-methoprene
Personalised to your pet

Easy to apply

Itch Flea Spot-On Treatment for Cats and Dogs, How to apply Step 1 - Open

Step 1 - Open

Hold the Itch Flea pipette upright. Then, snap off the tip (or snip it with scissors).

Itch Flea Spot-On Treatment for Cats and Dogs, How to apply Step 2 - Apply

Step 2 - Apply

Part your pet's fur between the shoulder blades until you see the skin underneath clearly. Place the tip of the pipette on the exposed skin and squeeze until empty.

Itch Flea Spot-On Treatment for Cats and Dogs, How to apply Step 3 - Repeat

Step 3 - Repeat

Repeat monthly. No need to remember, we’ll deliver it when it’s due and gently remind you when it’s done. Easy peasy no more fleasy.

Delivered to your door so you never forget

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Flea treatment from just £7.25 a month

Protect your furry bestie against fleas, ticks and lice from just 24p per day

£7.25

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Cats

All cats 1kg+

£8.00

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Small Dog

2-10kg

£8.50

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Medium Dog

10-20kg

£9.00

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Large Dog

20-30kg

£9.00

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Larger Dog

30-40kg

£9.50

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XL Dog

40+kg

3 simple steps

How it works

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Tell us about your pet

Answer a few short questions about your best bud. We’re all ears!

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We’ll make tailored recommendations

We’ll then recommend the correct dose and frequency for your pet's flea treatment, tailored to their unique needs.

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Delivered to your door

Your monthly flea treatment for your pet will be delivered through your letterbox, for free, exactly when you need it. You never run out and they never miss a flea treatment.

vet approved!

I have seen so many dogs and cats suffering because they weren’t treated for fleas and worms in time. Not only that, it can be dangerous for families too. That’s why I love the Itch personalised flea plan. It makes it so easy to protect your pet and never miss a treatment.

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Dr. Zoe Costigan Itch Head Vet

BVSc BSc(hons) Cert AVP MRCVS
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FAQs

  • Is Itch Flea suitable for my dog?

    Itch Flea is suitable for:

    • Puppies over 8 weeks old and weighing 2 kg or more.

    • All dogs above 2 kg, including those who are breeding, pregnant or lactating. 

    • All dog breeds, so whether it’s your Labrador, Cockapoo, Terrier, Spaniel, Collie, Golden Retriever, or any other breed of dog that has fleas, Itch Flea Treatment for dogs is suitable for yours.

    Just provide us your pooch's weight and breed after you've clicked "Get Started" and we'll tailor the right dose for them.

  • Is Itch Flea suitable for my cat?

    Itch Flea is suitable for:

    • All cats and kittens over 8 weeks old and weighing 1kg or more.

    • All cat breeds, so whether it’s your Maine Coon, Persian, Siamese, British Shorthair, or any other breed of cat that has fleas, Itch Flea for cats is suitable for yours.

    Just provide us your cat’s weight and breed after you've clicked "Get Started" and we'll tailor the right dose for them.

  • My pet is pregnant, is Itch Flea safe to use?

    Itch Flea for Dogs is safe to use on dogs that are pregnant and lactating.

    Itch Flea for Cats can be used on pregnant cats but consult your vet if your cat is lactating and is in contact with kittens under 8 weeks old.

  • My dog weighs more than 60kg, will Itch Flea work?

    Yes. Our flea treatment is designed to give your dog the exact amount of protection, personalised to their weight. Itch Flea XL for dogs is suitable for any dog weighing above 40 kg and your pet only needs one dose, every month.

  • What does Itch Flea protect my pet against?

    Itch Flea spot-on treatment kills adult fleas within 24 hours, halts all other flea life stages in their tracks and stops any new fleas tormenting your dog. Plus it also kills ticks and lice within 48 hours of applying.

    Need help getting rid of pesky parasites?

    Click here for how to get rid of a flea infestation.

    Click here for how to remove a tick.

  • How fast does Itch Flea kill fleas?

    Itch Flea kills adult fleas within 24 hours of applying and puts a halt to all other life stages. To ensure maximum protection, apply following our Itch house rules for dogs and cats.

  • Does Itch Flea stop fleas jumping on my pet?

    Unfortunately no flea treatment in the world can stop fleas jumping onto pets, but with the fighting combo of Itch Flea and Itch Flea Home Spray, any adult fleas on your pet or in your home will be killed. Die fleas. Die.

  • Are there any side effects of Itch Flea?

    Adverse reactions are rare but if you notice any changes in your pet’s behaviour, or any skin irritation, please get in touch with your vet and also make sure to let our team know. You can call us on 020 3370 0905 Monday-Friday 8am-4pm or alternatively, drop us an email at [email protected].

  • Do I need to apply Itch Flea more than once a month?

    No, treatment once a month is all your pet needs! And there’s no need for you to try and remember - we’ll deliver the flea-fighting goods exactly when you need them. Keeping up your monthly application of Itch Flea is essential for ongoing protection of your pet against fleas, ticks and lice. You may see the occasional flea on your pet after giving them their spot-on flea treatment. Don't worry though, as long as your cat or dog has had their treatment in the last month, that sucker won’t last long!

  • How can I ensure Itch Flea is 100% effective on my pet?

    • Keep' em dry. Your pet can't get wet for 48 hours.

    • Don’t touch the treated area. Hands off.

    • No licking the treated area (your pet, not you…).

    • Don't share your bed with your pet on the night your pet is treated.

    • Treat all your pets in your household at the same time, ideally in the evening.

    • Weigh your pet regularly and tell us about any changes so that we can adjust their dose.

  • What are ticks and how could my pet get them?

    Ticks are small, spider-like creatures whose bodies become larger as they feed on the blood of your dog. They will vary in size from 1mm to 1cm long. 

    Ticks lurk in long grass, bushy undergrowth and wooded areas. They climb on to vegetation and hang out there, waving their legs around, until your cat brushes past. Once on board, ticks sink their jaws in and drink their host’s blood until they’re full – this usually takes around 7 days but they’ve been known to cling on for up to 3 weeks.


    Find out how to remove a tick here

  • Can fleas give my pet worms?

    Yes! Your pet could accidentally swallow a flea mid-grooming sesh and if that blighter is carrying tapeworm larvae, they’ll be in your bestie’s guts and multiplying before you know it. Treat your pet regularly with Itch Flea and Itch Wormer to keep the pesky parasites at bay.

  • How does Itch Flea compare with other treatments?

    Our killer combo of Fipronil and (s)-Methoprene protects your pet from fleas, flea eggs and larvae, as well as ticks and lice. But not all flea treatments do! Scroll up to check out our ‘How Itch Flea Compares’ table to see how we stand out in a crowd.

  • I’m pregnant, can I apply Itch Flea to my pet?

    There are no known health risks associated with applying these products to your pet during pregnancy. As a general rule, pregnant women should wear gloves to avoid direct contact with the product.

  • Is your packaging recyclable?

    We want to do our very best for the planet we share with our furry sidekicks. One way we can make a difference (and help you make a difference, too) is by keeping sustainability top of mind when it comes to the way we package our products. If there’s a way to make our packaging even greener, you can bet we’re on a mission to sniff it out…

    Itch Flea and Itch Wormer both come in a recyclable box which can be disposed of in your home recycling bin. The foil and pipette for Itch Flea and the blister for Itch Wormer aren’t currently recyclable (but we’re working on it). Itch Flea Home Spray has a polypropylene lid which can be recycled at home, as can the aerosol can (location dependent). Our treat pouches are 100% recyclable, ink included! They can be recycled at large supermarkets, or check your local council for kerbside recycling.

    For Itch subscribers, after month 1 we’ve ditched Itch Flea’s excess packaging to save on waste paper. You’ll just receive our flea treatment in its sexy foil jacket. This change alone means we’re saving 13 tons of paper waste a year.

  • Why should I subscribe to Itch?

    A monthly flea treatment, delivered for free, and personalised to your pet, so you never forget. Our vet strength treatment requires no expensive prescription, and can be applied to your pet in the comfort of your own home. Itch Head Vet, Dr Zoe Costigan and our qualified expert Vet Team are on hand to support you with any questions or concerns you might have - pick up the phone or drop us a WhatsApp message.

  • Can I pause or cancel my subscription?

    Absolutely! With an Itch subscription, you’re in complete control. You can move your delivery date forwards or backwards to a day that suits you best. We also make it easy for you to pause your subscription or cancel altogether, although we hope it won’t come to that!

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