The cats and dogs generally catch the ticks during their walks. However, their bites can cause them a variety of problems. ailments and infections which can be lethal. Fortunately, you can prevent them by using pest control. Le Cabinet vétérinaire Canis Felis, à Brussels, shows you how.
What are pest control products used for?
Pest control products enable you to get rid of ticks, but also chips, and lice, the scabies, and Augustats and other mites. These parasites cause a lot of itching, affecting the well-being of your cat and dog. They can also cause various pathologies as the Lyme disease, l’anaplasmosis or the’anaemia.
Antiparasitics are marketed in the form of :
- pipette A liquid product applied in a single application to the skin of your pet's neck. It's easy to use, especially for cats who don't like being handled. It is effective for 3 to 4 weeks.
- collar It contains a range of active ingredients to repel ticks, fleas and other undesirables. It works between 1 and 8 months.
- spray: it helps you give a shock treatment when faced with a major invasion of ticks and fleas. It should be applied all over the animal's body for optimum effectiveness. It lasts for around a month.
- powder This product, which can be sprinkled all over your pets' bodies, rapidly kills the parasites that infest them. Its action lasts an average of one month.
How often should I use a pest control product?
It is advisable to treating your pet once a month. As with worm medication, antiparasitics must be prescribed by a vet, Some formulas are not suitable for puppies.
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