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Can Frontline stain leather

Updated: 5/26/2024
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14y ago

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absolutely. The darker the leather the more noticeable the stain.

Frontline like all flea and tick medications has alcohol as a carrying agent. You see, the chemistry in many commercially available pet flea medications is not friendly to leather; it can create bleaching or discoloration damage on contact. It acts like a strong solvent, stripping the color from the leather. This is most commonly seen in the form of bleaching/smearing of the leather's color on the lower front or lower back and sides; places on your furniture where the pet would rub its neck shortly after the flea medication is applied.

The damage to the leather can be from a distance as well. If your pet vigorously shakes themselves in the vicinity of leather furniture, then a significant number of tiny flea medication droplets can be sprayed across the leather, each having its damaging affect. Every place that a droplet lands can turn into bleached spot. If you see it happen, and then try to wipe the spots, you'll end up creating a bigger mess by smearing the solvent component of the medication over a broader area.

Typically it requires the assistance of a leather professional to correct.

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Frontline, a flea and tick treatment for pets, is not recommended for use on leather. The chemicals in Frontline can potentially damage the natural oils in leather, leading to discoloration or deterioration of the material. It is best to consult with a professional leather cleaner for appropriate treatment options.

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