Good info. We went with a Permethrin dip from the local feed store. Mixed according to directions and used a rag to rub it into the fur to the point of saturation. Pulled a tick off her tonight that was dead so it seems to have done the trick.
We use the once a month pill but don't know what it's called. Works great. We also have Wondercide. THey make flee, tick and other bug sprays that are made from natural ingredients. Used it several times and never find ticks on them. I'm jsut not consistent with it because of the pills.