Fleas, ticks and mosquitoes… oh my!
Did you know? Adult fleas can bite up to 400 times a day- ouch! Ticks can transmit Lyme disease to your pet(s) and mosquitos can give them heartworm.
Its parasites season! That means its time to protect your pets against all the pests that can cause them discomfort, spread diseases and even infest your home.
Did you know that adult fleas found on your pet represent only 5% of an infestation? Adult fleas lay eggs on your pet, which they then shake off onto carpets, bedding and other areas of your home. Gross, right?
An infestation is also made up of 50% eggs, 35% larvae and 10% pupae. You can see how even a couple of fleas can get out of control quickly and can easily be spread to other furry household members.
Before these pesky parasites rage war on your home, remember: “The best defense is a good offence”. So, stop the attack before it starts! Begin treating your pet(s) early in the season.
At Global Pet Foods NB, we carry a variety of pest-preventing and ridding products for dogs and cats. From products originally only sold in veterinary clinics, to treatments made with essential oils. Kelsey, one of our Pet Care Specialists, put this list together to help you choose the product that is best for your pet:
Advantage II for Cats
- Kills adult fleas, eggs & larvae
- Topical spot treatment applied to cat’s skin monthly
- Same product as sold at veterinary clinics
- Cat must be at least 8 weeks old to use
- Made by Bayer
Advantage II for Dogs
- Kills adult fleas, eggs & larvae, lice
- Topical spot treatment applied to dog’s skin monthly
- Same product as sold at veterinary clinics
- Dog must be at least 7 weeks old to use
- Made by Bayer
K9 Advantix II
- Kills adult fleas, eggs & larvae, lice, ticks
- Also reduces bites from mosquitoes and biting flies
- Exclusively for dogs
- Toxic for cats
- Dogs should be separated from cats for 12 hours after application
- Topical spot treatment applied to dog’s skin monthly
- Same product as sold at veterinary clinics
- Dog must be at least 8 weeks old to use
- Stops infestations
- Made by Bayer
Zodiac Infestop for Dogs
- Kills adult fleas only
- Can be used with Zodiac Premise Spray to help stop an infestation
- Can be used with Zodiac Flea & Tick Spray for added tick protection
- Topical spot treatment applied to dog’s skin monthly
- Dog must be at least 12 weeks old to use
Zodiac Powerspot for Dogs
- Kills adult fleas & eggs, ticks, mosquitoes
- Can be used with Zodiac Premise Spray to help stop an infestation
- Mainly used as a preventative
- Topical spot treatment applied to dog’s skin monthly
- Not for use in dogs under 6 months old
Flea-zee’s
- For dogs & horses
- Deters insects from approaching
- All natural garlic supplement
- Taken orally
- Locally made in NB!
- Can be toxic if used improperly
- Can be used year-round
- Also used to maintain a healthy coat
TixMix for Cats
- All natural
- Essential oil formula for cats
TixMix for Dogs
- All natural
- Essential oil formula for dogs
- Not for use on cats
Herbal Coat/Coat Fresh for Dogs
- All natural
- Essential oil blend body spray
- Smells great
- Safe for humans
- Not safe for cats
- Good to use when hiking
Diatomaceous Earth
- Can be used on dogs & cats
- Used for fleas topically by rubbing through fur
- Used internally for worm control by placing on food
- Can be sprinkled on gardens, door crevices, windowsills & baseboards to help with infestations of all sorts of critters
If you have questions about any of the products we carry, one of our knowledgeable Pet Care Specialists would be happy to help you. Simply call, email or visit us in store!