Flea operate medicine – Could Your goods Be Putting Your Pet’s health at Risk?

For years you have been told to wash your fruits and vegetables in order to take off residual pesticides that may have been left on your food. Daily you are barraged by thousand of chemicals in the products you use. Now, your pets are even being affected. You may be surprised to know that most of the topical flea control products you use on your pet may be putting them at risk for current and future health problems, and in some cases death. This is an alarming statement.

However, just result the paper trail (Environmental protection branch (Epa), Pesticides, health & Safety, Pet Products). You will see that there are astronomical reasons for concern in using spot-on flea products.

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Here are a few questions you may or may not have considered. Have you ever wondered why labels on some familiar spot-on flea and tick products say not to deal with your pet for 24 to 48 hours or less? Are there adverse effects of using spot-on products on your pet, either short-term or long-term? Do all veterinarians suggest spot-on flea products for dogs and cats? If you love your pet, as we know you do, these are questions vital to the health and well-being of your favorite furry one.

So why do some labels indicate not to deal with your pet for a designated time after their flea treatment?

• Spot-on or topical flea and tick products are composed of pesticides. That’s why they are registered with the Epa, Pesticide Division. You are handling serious chemicals. No doubt the pesticide exposure to humans is increased while preliminary application.

• Also, some products suggest not to allow other household animals while the preliminary application of the flea medicine near the animal being treated to avoid exposure to the flea product.

What are some of the adverse effects of using spot-on products, either short-term or long-term?

• The reported incidents of adverse effects on animals as a result of using registered spot-on flea products are extensive. I will not list them all here. However, here are some acute effects from the use of topical flea products either in a tube or vial: skin irritations, eye irritations, respiratory problems, lethargy, salivation, alopecia, and behavioral disorder.

• agreeing to Dr. Dobozy from the Pesticide branch of Epa, the toxicology data for fipronil, has the possible for nervous principles and thyroid toxicity after long-term use at low levels. Thyroid cancer has also been linked to fipronil. Fipronil is just one of the “active” ingredients in a very favorite topical flea product.

• The spot-on flea stock is not just topical. It is systemic. That means it enters their bloodstream and other vital organs such as their kidney and liver, as well as their intestinal tract. The stock is then excreted through their feces and urine. We don’t know everything that happens at this level of exposure. However, we do know that laboratory animals that are exposed to these actual pesticides suffer acute and continuing disease.

Do all veterinarians suggest spot-on medicine for fleas and ticks?

• The sass is “no.” I can remember quite a few years ago that my own vet advised against using over-the-counter topical flea products due to their toxicity. Also, if you go to the Epa’s site for flea products, you will notice a statement from the Epa indicating that you should check with your veterinarian to see if any spot-on pesticide stock is even needed.

• Spot-on medicine may not be recommended for all pets. notice what the Epa says, “Owners should consult a veterinarian about the best way to safe their pets from fleas and ticks, especially before using any stock on weak, aged, medicated, sick, pregnant or nursing pets, or on pets that have previously shown signs of sensitivity to pesticide products.”

Due to the reporting of an growth in adverse pet incidents resulting from the use of spot-on flea products in 2009, the Epa (after examining the incidents reported) has passed tighter regulations concerning labeling, use of toxic of ingredients, and changes for registration of these products. ( http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/health/petproductseval.html ) This is good.

However, is it good enough? Obviously, not every ailment or indication of illness your pet gets is caused by their flea product.

However, the numerous incidents reported for acute and/or continuing conditions (some deaths) are adequate for me to look for an alternative and safer medicine for fleas and ticks. Be an informed pet owner and make the right choice. It’s all up to you. Our furry friends are at your mercy now.

If you would like to have a more suitable look at the incidents reported to the Epa, just result this link: Reports.

Flea operate medicine – Could Your goods Be Putting Your Pet’s health at Risk?