Are Seresto Dog Collars Safe For Cats?

Newly released product, Seresto, is a flea and tick collar that’s

safe for cats & dogs alike

! Even better, it lasts for 8 months at a time.

Can Seresto make my cat sick?

Redness or irritation around the collar site. Alopecia (hair loss) around where the collar sits. Temporary reduced appetite after applying the collar.

Stomach issues (vomiting or diarrhea)

What happens if a cat licks the Seresto collar?

Will they get sick if they happen to lick each other’s collar? Hi there. No, this shouldn’t be a problem. The Seresto collar is designed to slowly release medication over the entire 8-week period, and

should not cause toxicity issues if it is accidentally licked

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How does Seresto work for cats?

Unlike other flea and tick collars, Seresto® consists of a polymer matrix that slowly releases low doses of two active ingredients.

The collar works to build up an invisible layer of protection that kills fleas and repels and kills ticks that come into contact with your cat

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Do collars irritate cats?

Collars can rub.

Wearing a collar all the time, especially if it’s not fitted properly, could rub against your cat’s skin

. This can make their skin sore and cause them to lose fur around their neck.

What is the safest flea collar for cats?

Flea Collars for Cats

The

Seresto collar

is a safe cat flea collar that can last for up to 8 months (water exposure can shorten its length of effectiveness). It uses two active ingredients—imidacloprid and flumethrin—and is approved for cats of all weights as long as they are over 10 weeks of age.

How fast does Seresto work cats?

The Seresto collar starts killing ticks

within 48 hours

after the collar is applied. Re-infesting ticks are repelled and/or killed in as quickly as 6 hours.

Are Seresto cat and small dog collars the same?

There is no difference chemically between a cat, small dog, or large dog seresto collar

. The only difference is the length and on the large dog it is also wider. In fact, when seresto first came out, the product only came in large dog and a small dog/cat combo collar.

Why is my cat acting weird after flea collar?

Cats generally don’t appreciate flea treatments, but they do generally tolerate them.

Some will react in a weird way and this is essentially because they have been poisoned

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How long do Seresto cat collars last?

The collar’s innovative technology gradually releases controlled doses of the active ingredients over a long period of time. The ingredients are transferred to your pet’s skin and coat and spread across their entire body surface, keeping them protected from fleas and ticks for

7-8 months

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Can flea collar make cat sick?

We have recently received reports of incidences where kittens and cats have died from poisoning symptoms, seemingly after they have been fitted with flea collars.

In some cases, this has lead to sickness and diarrhoea and in some extreme instances, convulsions leading to death

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What is the safest cat flea treatment?

• Advantage® II (topical liquid)
• Advantage MULTI® (topical liquid, also protects cats from heartworms, ear mites, and some types of intestinal worms)
• Bravecto® (topical liquid, also protects cats from certain tick species)

Which is better flea collar or drops for cats?

Flea collars last several months, some even a full eight months. Whereas, flea drops only last 30 days

. Plus, since flea collars last as long as they do, there is less of a chance of forgetting to reapply.

Should cats have bells on their collars?

A number of studies have looked at whether or not bells help prey escape from cats, and

the general consensus is yes

! Bells on collars seem to reduce the amount of prey caught by about half, which could be enough to no longer pose a threat to ecosystems.

Should I put collars on my cats?

Even indoor-only cats should wear collars

, because if your cat does get out, a well-meaning person may think your cat is a stray and take her to an animal shelter. With an ID collar, your cat has a better chance of safely and quickly getting back home.

Should I take my cats collar off at night?

No, a cat’s collar should not be taken off at night

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This is because there is a tiny risk that your cat may go missing during the night, defeating the purpose of wearing it. With the collar on, you could readily identify her if she went missing.

What flea collar do vets recommend for cats?

Are Seresto cat collars breakaway?

For your pet’s safety,

this Seresto collar is also designed as a breakaway flea and tick collar for cats

. If your cat becomes trapped because of the collar, the breakaway flea and tick collar for cats will release. That way, your pet will be able to get away from a sticky situation.

How do you put a Seresto collar on a cat?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yuUsKyScxM

Can a small dog wear a large Seresto collar?

Seresto Dog Flea and Tick Collar contains the same percentage of active in the sizes, you would just choose the size that best fits your pets neck.

It would not harm your small dog if you use the larger collar

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