Scalibor flea collars in dogs

wI do not recommend flea collars normally. There are so many advances in flea control nowadays and the thought of having an insecticide continuously on your pet that shares many of your home comforts is not appealing to the general public. There is an exception though with Scalibor flea collars. I recommend these only for pets that travel from the UK to warmer climates where sandflies and ticks are a problem!

wThis includes the south of France and Spain. Sandflies can transmit a dangerous disease called Leishmaniasis which can also affect humans. The signs in your pet are very non-specific such as swollen lymph nodes, general lethargy and skin conditions; so it is often not properly diagnosed (especially in pets returning from abroad).

wTicks can carry 2 dangerous conditions in these hotter countries. These include Babesiosis and Ehrlichiosis. Both conditions result in destruction of the red blood cells in your pet along with a very high temperature and lethargy. If not properly diagnosed with a good blood sample by your vet and then quick treatment; your pet could die.

wFor this reason, I recommend excellent sandfly and tick control for dogs travelling with their owners, with the use of Scalibor flea collars.

Uses

wControl of infestations with ticks for 5 - 6 months. Control of blood sucking by phlebotomine flies for a period of 5 to 6 months.

Dosage and administration

wThe collar with the length of 48cm is to be used on small and medium-sized dogs.

wThe collar with the length of 65cm is to be used on large sized dogs.

wIt is for fastening around the neck only with one collar per dog. Adjust the collar around your dog's neck without tightening it too tight. Two fingers side by side should fit between the band and your dog's neck. Slide the end through the buckle and cut off any excess length extending beyond 5cm.

Contraindications and Warnings

wDo not use on puppies less than 7 weeks of age.

wDo not use on dogs with skin lesions.

wDo not use in animals known to be hypersensitive to pyrethroids eg cats.

wIn rare cases hypersensitivity reactions can lead to skin lesions around the neck and fur loss.

wAs the collar exerts its full effect after one week, it should be applied 1 week before your pet is likely to become exposed to infestation.

wWhile occasional contact with water does not reduce the effectiveness of the collar, it should be removed before swimming and bathing your dog because the active substance is harmful to fish and other aquatic organisms.

wDogs must be prevented from swimming in water for the first five days of wearing the collar.

wDo not use other ectoparasites containing organophosphates.

wIn the unlikely event of your dog eating the collar, the following symptoms may occur: Uncoordinated movements, tremor, drooling of saliva, vomiting and stiffness in the hindquarters. These symptoms usually subside within 48 hours.

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