Fleas:
Dogs and other warm-blooded pets are particularly susceptible to fleas in warm climates or during summer months when temperatures and humidity soar. Your dog can pick up fleas from other animals or from their surroundings. Fleas leap onto their “host” (your dog) using their strong hind legs and then bite, resulting in itching, hair loss, and hot spots from scratching, inflamed sores, and potential skin infections. You might also observe small, dirt-like specks on your pet, which are flea feces made from digested blood.
Female fleas can survive for several weeks on your dog and may lay between 20 to 30 eggs daily during that period. Some of these eggs will hatch into larvae while still on your pet, while others will fall off into your home environment, where they feed on skin flakes and other organic materials. Pet owners must treat both their dogs and their home environments, both inside and out.
Signs:
- Flea dirt or droppings in your dog's fur.
- Flea eggs present on your dog or in their surroundings.
- Allergic dermatitis.
- Excessive scratching, licking, or biting of the skin.
- Hair loss.
- Scabs and hot spots.
- Tapeworms.
- Pale gums.
Ticks:
Ticks are parasitic arthropods that attach to warm hosts, including your dog, to feed. They are commonly found in wooded areas, long grass, and foliage. Dogs that spend significant time outdoors are at higher risk of encountering ticks. When a tick attaches, it locks its mouth into a fold of skin and feeds on blood, sometimes for days. Beyond being unpleasant, ticks pose serious risks to both animals and humans due to their potential to transmit diseases like Lyme disease, Ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Babesiosis. A tick bite can lead to anemia, swollen joints, fever, and even paralysis. If you notice any signs of illness in your pet and suspect a tick bite, consult your veterinarian promptly. Always check your pet for ticks after outdoor adventures, especially in wooded regions.
Additional Information:
- Protection against fleas and ticks lasts for up to 14 weeks.
- Easy-to-use spray suitable for dogs over six months old.
- Prevents re-infestation and the growth of flea larvae and eggs.
- Kills fleas and ticks on contact, making it ideal for treating affected areas.
- Contains the natural insecticide pyrethrum.
Product Description:
This spray not only kills fleas and ticks on contact but also helps prevent re-infestation and the growth of flea larvae and eggs.
Fleas and ticks can lead to significant skin irritation and may transmit diseases to your dog. This specialized spray leverages the natural insecticide pyrethrum to effectively eliminate fleas and ticks upon contact.
Veterinary Formula Flea & Tick Spray for Dogs is also enhanced with Nylar® to hinder the development of flea larvae and eggs, alongside permethrin for enduring protection against adult fleas to stop re-infestation.
