{"product_id":"capstar-for-dogs-canada","title":"Capstar for Dogs Over 11kg (25lbs) - Fast-Acting Flea Treatment | Kills Fleas in 30 Minutes | 6 Tablets","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border-left: 4px solid #ffc107; padding: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚡ Emergency Flea Relief\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0 0 0;\"\u003eCapstar starts killing fleas in just 30 minutes - the fastest-acting oral flea treatment available in Canada. No prescription required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003e💰 Best Price in Canada - Save $25!\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"padding: 15px; border: 2px solid #0066cc;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #16a34a;\"\u003eOur Price: $32.60\u003c\/strong\u003e (6 tablets)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #0066cc;\"\u003eFast, free shipping on orders $99+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✓ FREE shipping on orders $99+\u003cbr\u003e✓ No prescription required\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🐕 What is Capstar?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCapstar is the \u003cstrong\u003efastest-acting oral flea treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e available for dogs and cats. Perfect for emergency flea infestations, new pet adoptions, grooming appointments, or as part of your comprehensive flea control program.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitenpyram - a safe, fast-acting insecticide that kills adult fleas within hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e⚡ How Fast Does Capstar Work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30 minutes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fleas start dying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4 hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 90% of adult fleas are dead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximum effectiveness achieved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protection wears off (can be re-administered daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003e✅ Key Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚡ \u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Fast Acting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starts killing fleas in 30 minutes - fastest on the market\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎯 \u003cstrong\u003eHighly Effective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 90% of fleas killed within 4 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔄 \u003cstrong\u003eSafe for Daily Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be given once per day if needed during heavy infestations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📋 \u003cstrong\u003eNo Prescription Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available over-the-counter for immediate relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💊 \u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Administer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, flavored tablet most dogs accept readily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐶 \u003cstrong\u003eSafe for Puppies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be used on dogs 4 weeks and older, weighing 11 kg (25 lbs) or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🤝 \u003cstrong\u003eWorks with Other Treatments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe to use alongside monthly flea\/tick preventatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🤰 \u003cstrong\u003eSafe for Breeding Dogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be used on pregnant or nursing dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🎯 Perfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #e0f2fe;\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #0284c7;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🚨 Emergency Flea Infestations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuick knockdown of heavy flea loads when you need immediate relief\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🏠 New Pet Adoptions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTreat fleas before bringing a new dog home to protect your household\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #e0f2fe;\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #0284c7;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✂️ Grooming Appointments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse before grooming to kill fleas and make grooming more comfortable\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🏨 Boarding or Travel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrevent bringing fleas home from kennels, dog parks, or travel\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #e0f2fe;\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #0284c7;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌞 Peak Flea Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtra protection between monthly treatments during summer months\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🐕🐈 Multi-Pet Households\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTreat all pets simultaneously to break the flea life cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003e📊 How Capstar Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCapstar contains \u003cstrong\u003enitenpyram\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fast-acting insecticide that interferes with the flea's nervous system. Here's the science:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once ingested, nitenpyram is quickly absorbed into your dog's bloodstream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlea Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e When fleas bite and ingest blood, they're exposed to the medication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNervous System Disruption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitenpyram blocks nerve signals in fleas, causing paralysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Death:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fleas die within 30 minutes to 4 hours of exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe for Pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e The medication is metabolized and eliminated within 24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou may notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fleas coming to the surface of your dog's coat as they die - this is completely normal! Brush or bathe your dog after treatment to remove dead fleas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e💊 Dosage \u0026amp; Administration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFor Dogs Over 11 kg (25 lbs) - Green Tablets\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e One green tablet (57 mg nitenpyram) per treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be administered as often as once per day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe for dogs 4 weeks of age and older\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e For dogs weighing 11 kg (25 lbs) or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith Food:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be given with or without food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e📝 Administration Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Administration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give tablet directly by mouth, or hide in a small amount of food or treat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnsure Swallowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make sure your dog swallows the entire tablet for full effectiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpect Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e You may see fleas coming to the surface as they die - this is normal and means it's working!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-Treatment Grooming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brush or bathe your dog 4-6 hours after treatment to remove dead fleas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreat All Pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Treat all dogs and cats in the household on the same day to prevent re-infestation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vacuum carpets, wash bedding, and treat your home for complete flea control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003e📦 Package Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Tablets per Package\u003c\/strong\u003e - Each tablet provides one day of emergency flea treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🛡️ Safety Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafe For:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Dogs and puppies 4 weeks and older\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Dogs weighing 11 kg (25 lbs) or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Pregnant or nursing dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Use with other flea\/tick preventatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Dogs with sensitive skin or allergies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Senior dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Possible Side Effects (Rare):\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHyperactivity or restlessness (as fleas die and become active)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased scratching or licking (temporary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanting or excitement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVomiting (very rare)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiarrhea (very rare)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Important Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fef2f2; border-left: 4px solid #dc2626; padding: 15px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⏰ 24-Hour Protection Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capstar provides same-day flea control but does NOT provide long-term prevention. For ongoing protection, use a monthly preventative like \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bravecto-chewable-tablet-for-dogs\"\u003eBravecto\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nexgard-spectra-chewable-tablets-for-dogs\"\u003eNexGard Spectra\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/simparica-trio-for-dogs\"\u003eSimparica Trio\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: Do I need a prescription for Capstar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No, Capstar is available over-the-counter without a prescription in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: How often can I give Capstar to my dog?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capstar can be given as often as once per day if needed. It's safe for daily use during heavy flea infestations or if your dog is re-exposed to fleas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: Will Capstar prevent future flea infestations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Capstar only provides 24-hour protection and kills adult fleas currently on your dog. For ongoing prevention, you need a monthly preventative like Bravecto, NexGard, or Simparica Trio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: Can I use Capstar with my dog's monthly flea preventative?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes! Capstar is safe to use alongside monthly preventatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: My dog is scratching more after giving Capstar - is this normal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, this is completely normal! As fleas die, they become hyperactive and move to the surface of the coat. This usually subsides within 2-4 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: What's the difference between green and blue Capstar tablets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGreen tablets (57 mg)\u003c\/strong\u003e are for dogs over 11 kg (25 lbs). \u003cstrong\u003eBlue tablets (11.4 mg)\u003c\/strong\u003e are for smaller dogs and cats under 11 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: Does Capstar kill flea eggs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No, Capstar only kills adult fleas. For complete flea control, treat your home environment and use a monthly preventative with an insect growth regulator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQ: Can I give Capstar to my pregnant or nursing dog?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, Capstar is safe for use in pregnant and nursing dogs. Always consult your veterinarian before giving any medication to pregnant or nursing pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🎯 Complete Flea Control Program\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e1. Monthly Preventative (Choose One):\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bravecto-chewable-tablet-for-dogs\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBravecto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - 12 weeks of flea \u0026amp; tick protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nexgard-spectra-chewable-tablets-for-dogs\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexGard Spectra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - 30 days of flea, tick \u0026amp; heartworm protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/simparica-trio-for-dogs\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimparica Trio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - 30 days of flea, tick, heartworm \u0026amp; intestinal parasite protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/k9-advantix-ii-for-dogs\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eK9 Advantix II\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - 30 days of topical flea, tick \u0026amp; mosquito protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2. Environmental Treatment:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVacuum carpets, furniture, and pet bedding daily during infestations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash all pet bedding in hot water weekly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat carpets and upholstery with flea spray or powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispose of vacuum bags immediately after use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e3. 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