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Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™ - Flea, Tick & Mange Treatment for Dogs and Kennels

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Est. 1946

80 Years of Animal Health

EPA Approved

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Fleas, Ticks and Mange
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Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™ kills fleas, ticks, and mange mites on dogs — and eliminates them from the kennel environment at the source. Trusted by dog owners and breeders since 1946. Available at your local Tractor Supply store.

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See how Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™ eliminates fleas, ticks, and mange mites on dogs and in kennel environments. Available at your local Tractor Supply store.

What Is Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™?

Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™ is a concentrated flea and tick treatment for dogs that does double duty — killing parasites on the dog and eliminating them from the kennel environment at the same time. If your dog is suffering from fleas, ticks, or mange mites, or if your kennel, bedding, run or dog house is infested, Kennel Dip II™ is one of the most trusted and effective over-the-counter treatments available without a prescription in the United States.

Formulated with permethrin as the active ingredient, Kennel Dip II™ works by targeting the nervous system of parasites on contact — killing fleas, ticks, and mange mites quickly and effectively. The concentrated liquid formula dilutes with water, making it one of the most economical flea dip solutions available: one 8 oz. bottle makes up to 16 gallons of finished dip solution. It can be used as a direct dog dip or sponge-on treatment, as well as a spray application for kennels, runs, bedding and surrounding areas to break the flea and tick lifecycle at the source.

EPA Approved and trusted by dog owners, breeders and kennel operators since 1946, Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™ is a proven solution for flea and tick infestations of all severity levels. It is available in an 8 oz. bottle at Tractor Supply stores nationwide. Buy online and pick up in-store at your nearest Tractor Supply location, or find a local feed and farm supply retailer near you using the store locator below.

How to Use Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™

This product has two distinct use cases — direct dog treatment and kennel/environment treatment. Present both clearly as separate subsections.

Use Case 1 — Dog Dip / Direct Treatment

  1. Dilute Kennel Dip II™ concentrate with water according to label directions. Use the included measuring guide or a clean measuring cup. Do not apply concentrate directly to the dog undiluted.
  2. Wet the dog’s coat thoroughly with warm water. Apply the diluted dip solution from head to tail, working the solution deep into the coat and down to the skin. Avoid contact with eyes, nose and mouth.
  3. Allow the solution to remain on the coat — do not rinse off. Allow the dog to air dry naturally. Repeat treatment as directed on the label or as needed based on severity of infestation.

Use Case 2 — Kennel & Environment Treatment

  1. Dilute Kennel Dip II™ concentrate with water at the appropriate ratio for premise/kennel use (refer to label for premise dilution rate — different from dog dip rate).
  2. Apply to kennel floors, walls, runs, bedding areas and dog houses using a spray applicator or mop. Ensure even coverage of all surfaces where fleas, ticks or mange may be present.
  3. Allow treated surfaces to dry completely before returning dogs to the area. Repeat treatment as necessary to break the full flea and tick lifecycle — typically every 2–3 weeks during peak season.

Frequently Asked Questions About Flea and Tick Treatment for Dogs

What is the best flea and tick treatment for dogs?

Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™ is one of the most trusted over-the-counter flea and tick treatments for dogs in the United States — used by dog owners, breeders and kennel operators since 1946. Its permethrin-based formula kills fleas, ticks, and mange mites on contact, providing fast, reliable relief. Unlike topical spot treatments that only protect one area of the body, a full dip treatment covers the entire coat from head to tail. No veterinary prescription is required and it is available at Tractor Supply stores nationwide.

A flea dip is a diluted insecticide solution applied to the dog’s entire coat that kills fleas, ticks and mange on contact and leaves a residual protective effect on the coat. Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™ is mixed with water at the recommended dilution ratio, applied from head to tail and allowed to remain on the coat without rinsing. The permethrin active ingredient kills parasites immediately on application and continues to provide protection as the coat dries. It is one of the most economical flea dip solutions available — one 8 oz. bottle makes up to 16 gallons of finished solution.

Yes — and this is one of Kennel Dip II™’s most important advantages. Treating the dog alone does not eliminate a flea or tick infestation if the kennel, bedding, run or surrounding environment is still infested. Kennel Dip II™ can be diluted at the premise treatment rate and applied directly to kennel floors, walls, runs, dog houses and bedding areas to kill fleas, ticks and mange at the source. Treating both the dog and the environment at the same time is the most effective way to break the flea and tick lifecycle and prevent re-infestation.

The fastest way to get rid of fleas on a dog is a full-coat dip treatment using a permethrin-based solution like Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™. Permethrin kills fleas, ticks and mange on contact throughout the entire coat. For maximum effectiveness, treat the dog with a full dip and treat the kennel or living environment at the same time using the premise dilution rate. This two-pronged approach kills the fleas on the dog and eliminates the source of re-infestation in the environment — which is the most common reason flea treatments appear to “stop working.”

Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™ is effective against dog mange as well as fleas and ticks — making it a comprehensive external parasite treatment for dogs. For puppies, consult the product label for age and weight guidance before treatment, and consult your veterinarian for very young or very small puppies. The permethrin formula is EPA Approved and has been used safely by breeders and kennel operators for over 80 years. Always follow the dilution directions on the label and avoid contact with the dog’s eyes, nose and mouth during application.

Happy Jack® Kennel Dip II™ is available at Tractor Supply stores nationwide. Use the store locator on this page to find the nearest Tractor Supply location carrying Happy Jack® products. You can also buy online and pick up in-store at tractorsupply.com. Additionally, Happy Jack® products are available at many local feed stores, farm supply retailers and pet supply stores across the United States.

About Happy Jack® — Animal Health Since 1946

Happy Jack® is a third-generation American family business that has been manufacturing EPA-approved animal health products since 1946. From mange treatments to flea and tick control, deworming solutions and skin care products, Happy Jack® serves dog owners, breeders, farmers and ranchers across the United States. Our products are sold over the counter at farm, feed and ranch supply retailers nationwide — including Tractor Supply, the nation’s largest rural lifestyle retailer. When it comes to the health of your animals, Happy Jack® has been the trusted name for over 80 years.

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