Dog owners are often perplexed, paying attention to the restless command of their pet. Meanwhile, everything is explained quite simply.
In order to understand the reason for the dog's incomprehensible behavior, it is enough to check its coat for the presence of fleas and ticks. These are the most common parasites on the body of an animal.
If nothing is detected during the inspection, it will be better to prevent infection.
Review of the most effective means
Now on sale offers a huge selection of drugs to combat fleas and ticks. An inexperienced dog owner such a rich choice can seriously confuse.
When choosing a drug suitable for your pet specialist will take into account all the parameters. After all, a tool suitable for small breeds may not be suitable for a large dog at all. And even if it suits, given the size of the animal, the specialist will prompt the concentration, as well as the necessary amount of funds for use in combating parasites. All means and drugs can be accurately attributed to one of the following groups:
- collarsused to prevent infection;
- drops, the most common means of dealing with fleas;
- the sprays, while respecting the parameters of the application is very effective;
- parasite shampoos. Provide the most gentle action without complications and side effects. On the advice of a veterinarian, you can pick up a tool even for puppies.
Keep in mind that fleas can be carriers of eggs of worms. Therefore, after the destruction of parasites on the body of your pet, you must take measures to cleanse the body of the dog from worms.
Flea collars
A good option for preventing fleas from infecting your pet.
It is produced by domestic and foreign manufacturers, divided by the preparation used for protection, as well as the collar length, depending on the size of the dog.
Beaphar
Dutch company "Beafar"There are several collar options available.
35 cm long, designed forFor puppies and dogs of small breeds. The working substance is tetrochlorinphos. Allowed to use with a pet age of 2 months.
65 and 85 centimeters long. For dogs of normal size and for large breeds of dogs. Working substance - dimpilat.For animals aged 6 months.
Price fluctuates from 230 to 850 rubles, depends on the length and region of sale of the collar. Before use, take the collar by the ends, then pull to activate the working substance. They are not afraid of getting wet, but when bathing, the working substance dimpilate is toxic to fish. Protect the animal from infection for 4 months. Do not use other drugs when wearing a dog collar.
Kiltix - Kiltix
Available in three versions of collars of different lengths (38, 53 and 70 cm), designed respectively. for small, medium and large dog breeds. Active drugs - propoxur and flumetrine. Provides protection for the animal for a period of 6 months. Collars are absolutely safe for dogs of any breed. Price range of 700-1000 rubles. Developed by Bayer. Germany.
Before bathing, it is recommended to remove the collar, as it loses its properties when released into water, recovering after drying. When first applied, it is possible to irritate the skin of the animal under the collar, which it takes 2–3 days.
Read more about kiltiks collars in article.
Flea drops
BlochNet
Russian company development Astrofarm BlochNet drops. Four types of flea drops are available, depending on the weight of your pet. Applied to the nape and along the back of the dog.. Active substance - fipronil. After application protects the animal for two months.
There are no side effects and contraindications. The exception is the individual intolerance of the components that make up the droplets. Price range in Russia 80-190 rubles.
Parasite spray
Front line
This drug is designed to kill on the body of the dog. a flea, lice, ticks, lashing. Working substance - fipronil. Produced by Merial, France. Release form - polyethylene capacity of 100 and 250 mlequipped with a spray head.
When processing an animal, it is necessary to take into account its weight in order to calculate the norm of the preparation used. From a bottle with a volume of 100 ml, with a single press, 0.5 ml of the product is ejected, 250 ml - 1.5 ml. The rate of application is 3-6 ml per kilogram of your pet's weight. Spray is not recommended for use with other drugs. Contraindications and side effects have been identified.After treatment, it is not allowed to stroke the animal for 24 hours and allow contact with children.
Flea shampoo
Dana
The domestic means developed by specialists of LLCApi - san"Moscow city, for the destruction of fleas on the skin of your dog. Working substance - permethrin. Destroys all parasites on a dog with a single use. Shampoo contraindicated for bathing puppies up to the age of 3 months, pregnant and lactating females, as well as recovering animals.
Means is applied to the wool moistened with water at the rate of 1.0 ml per kilogram of weight. Shampoo gently rubbed to foaming, then rinse with warm water. It is recommended to replace litter to prevent re-infection by parasites. Retail the price of the package is 150 ml 110-140 rubles.
Protecting the dog from worms
Helminthal suspension
The drug is produced by the Russian association. Celandine. International name "Pyrantel". Working substances - pyrantel pamoat and praziquantel. Available in glass or plastic packaging with a volume of 2 to 20 ml.During storage, stratification into fractions is permissible. Before use, shake to a homogeneous mass of light - yellow color. Included with the drug is sold syringe dispenser.
The use of the drug leads to disruption of the muscle activity of parasites, their paralysis, followed by death. Dead helminths are removed from the body of a dog with feces. Dosage is calculated individually for each animal at the rate of 1 ml of the drug per 10 kg of body weight. May be introduced into the mouth of the dog or mixed with food.
No side effects detected. even with a threefold excess dosage. Contraindications to the use of individual intolerance to the drug.
Properly and accurately selected drugs will relieve your pet of worms and ticks. The collar will contribute to long-term protection from repeated infections, and shampoo will not only help remove fleas, but also make the wool clean and shiny.