As recently as 2010, the EPA began an investigation concerning the recall of various brands of tick medications because of the relatively high number of reports of skin reactions in pets. The offenders included over-the-counter brands such as Spot-On, Bio-Spot, Sergeant Gold – which typically are not sold at veterinary clinics, but rather at retail stores. Those that are sold at clinics or by licensed veterinarians only (Frontline Plus, Advantage, etc.) are typically guaranteed by the manufacturer and were not included in the recall. This is primarily because the patient can be tracked back to the specific batch number that was dispensed, and the pet’s reactions are documented in the medical record, which is a legal document.
With early-onset warm weather, it is increasingly important that your pets are protected. Talk to your veterinarian about how to protect your pet from ticks and fleas. Here are a number of articles and links to information regarding Lyme Disease and other Tick-Borne Diseases.
Spring has arrived in North America, bringing with it the promise of budding flowers, warmer weather, longer days — and ticks!
These tiny disease carriers are most active during the spring and summer and can transmit Lyme disease to both you and your pets. The Lyme Disease Foundation, along with the Merial pharmaceutical company, recognizes April as Prevent Lyme in Dogs Month to increase awareness of the risks and encourage pet owners to take precautions.
Click here to read more about specific tick-borne diseases - Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Tick Paralysis.
Need to know how to remove a tick? Here is a link.
We provide lots more information HERE.