Because there is no net change in charge during a redox reaction, the number of electrons in excess in the oxidation reaction must equal the number consumed by the reduction reaction (as shown above). Elements, even in molecular form, always have an oxidation state of zero.
How to treat fleas on a very young puppy. The safest way to treat a puppy under 6 weeks of age for fleas is to bathe him using warm water and Dawn dishwashing detergent and then to manually pick off remaining fleas. Dawn dishwashing soap is very effective and it kills fleas quickly. Many breeders bathe their dogs in Dawn.
1 You can also add garlic to the brewer's yeast to repel the fleas to an even further extent. 2  While grooming, if the dog licks the flea powder off it won't make him/her sick.  Check with your veterinarian before using on the dog, since some dogs are allergic to brewer's yeast.