Yes, Permethrin SFR is labeled to be used directly on animals. Please check the label for specific instructions on how to apply to your dog. This product is not labeled for cats.
We do have ZoGuard Plus for Dogs that is labeled for fleas. Invert one tube over dog and use open end to part dog's hair. Squeeze tube firmly to apply all of the solution to the dog's skin as a spot on the dog's back between the shoulder blades. Use entire contents of tube vial on each dog. Do not use multiple tubes on one dog. Weigh your dog to be sure you are applying the right dose formulated for the weight of your dog. Separate the treated dog from all other dogs and cats for 24 hours after treatment has been applied.
Permethrin SFR is only labeled for use on livestock such as horses and cattle as well as other animals for lice and would not be used for headlice. It is safe when used as directed on the product label.
You could use Bedlam which is labeled for adult lice and nymphs. You would be apply to cracks and crevices around the room.
In areas you cannot apply Bedlam you can use Sterifab. It will only kill those insects that you make direct contact with. Sterifab is the product we would recommend for use on upholstered furniture and mattresses and other places around your home. Anything that can be washed in the washer and dryer should be treated in that way.
For treatment on humans, you would need to contact your doctor or pharmacist for the best recommendation.
Permethrin SFR would be a great choice for indoor and outdoor tick control. We would also recommend adding an insect growth regulator such as Archer IGR in addition to the Permethrin to stop the ticks from being able to reproduce while you are trying to eliminate the infestation. Please see our Tick Treatment Guide for more information about this pest.
We recommend using 1 2/3 fl. oz of Permethrin SFR 36.8% per gallon of water for ant mounds. Apply 1-2 gallons of emulsion to each mound area by sprinkling the mound until it is wet and treat a 4 foot diameter circle around the mound. Use the higher volume for mounds larger than 12". For best results, apply in cool weather, such as in early morning or late evening hours, but not in the heat of the day
Yes, it is safe for animals to return to the area after Permethrin SFR has dried completely.
Yes, a surfactant can be used with Permethrin SFR 36.8% to help it stick better and increase effectiveness. Hi-Yield Spreader Sticker would be a good choice. You can find our other surfactants here as well.
It is recommended that you use either a hand pump sprayer, hose end sprayer or a backpack sprayer to apply Permethrin in your lawn. The mixing ratio will be the same regardless of which application method you use.
You don't state what pest you are treating for in your lawn however, when using Permethring SFR 36.8% in your lawn the most common rate used would be .8 oz per gallon of water per 1000 sq. ft. When it states using 4-25 gallons of spray volume, it is telling you to be sure that you are getting a complete coverage for the area that you are treating. So if it takes you 1 gallon of water to treat the 1000 sq. ft evenly then you would use the .8 in 1 gallon. Should it take you 2.5 gallons you would use the .8oz in 2.5 gallons of water to cover that 1000 sq. ft evenly.
There is not a set temperature required for using Permethrin SFR, it is not an issue when mixing most products and most of the time we suggest something along the lines of warm or room temperature water.
To dilute Permethrin SFR 36.8% into a 0.5% solution, you would use 1 2/3 fluid ounces per gallon of water. Please refer to the product label for complete mixing and application instructions.
Permethrin SFR will only control insects. Please take a look at our selection of Animal Repellents for products that can be used to keep rodents, squirrels, and rabbits away.
Permethrin SFR 36.8% should be mixed at the rate of 1 2/3 oz. per gallon water for ticks. It would also be a good idea to incorporate an insect growth regulator (IGR)? such as Archer IGR for complete control of ticks.
Pine bark beetles are hard to control as they get into the veins of the trees. If infected it’s best to take the tree down and chip it. Permethrin SFR 36.8% is labeled for bark beetles. The mixing ratio is 1 2/3 fl. oz per gallon of water. It is recommended that you spray the bark on the tree but not to the point of runoff. Permethrin will also help protect other trees from becoming infected.
When applying Permethrin SFR 36.8%, you can chose any rate between 0.4-0.8 oz. Regardless of the rate you chose, you will still use it in 4-25 gallons of water per 1000 square feet. The higher rate of 0.8 oz is used for quicker knock down and longer residual.
You will need to use 1 1/3 oz. of Permethrin SFR per gallon of water.
We recommend reapplying Permethrin SFR to the cracks and crevices where you applied the bleach solution after it dries for this situation. For future applications, you will want to mop or steam prior to application to avoid residual removal.