Boy I didnt think this would get this many responses but some good ideas indeed.
The pills we use are called Confortis (sp) they work wonders and I have not seen the first flea around here in almost 2 years. It is a prescription pill that I pick up at my vets office. They are sized to the dogs weight Stars is a tiny one and the other two dogs are about the size of a small shirt button. But Dixie's is the size of a half dollar so you can imagine trying to hide that one from her.
The vet told me to do what ever as long as she gets it down in her tummy. But she is a smart little thing, too smart if you ask me!!
Billy