Seresto Collar for Dog

Seresto Collar – Long-lasting Flea & Tick Treatment for Dogs

Seresto Collar for Dogs is a long-lasting treatment for protection against common external parasites. Trusted by pet parents, it is the #1 vet-recommended flea and tick collar according to the manufacturer. This water-resistant flea treatment effectively kills and repels parasites through contact before they bite. The collar uses a unique polymer matrix technology that slowly releases active ingredients over an extended period, ensuring persistent protection. When used as directed, the Seresto dog collar protects against:

Fleas

• Kills & repels fleas before they lay eggs.
• Kills fleas that may transmit tapeworm infections, Bartonellosis and Rickettsiosis.
• Helps reduce the risk of further flea infestations by killing new fleas.
• Kills fleas and helps reduce the risk of flea allergy dermatitis (FAD) or flea bite hypersensitivity (FBH).

Ticks

• Kills & repels ticks, including Black-legged ticks, Brown dog ticks, Lone Star ticks and American dog ticks.
• Kills ticks that may transmit Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and other tick-borne diseases.
• Prevents new tick infestations.

Lice

• Kills chewing lice.

Indicated for

Puppies and dogs 7 weeks of age or older.

• Remove the Seresto collar from the protective bag when you are ready to use it.
• Unroll the collar, ensuring no remnants from the plastic connectors are left.
• Insert the end of the collar through the buckle.
• Fasten the collar around your dog's neck, leaving a gap of two fingers between the collar and the dog's neck.
• Pull the excess part of the collar through the loop(s).
• Cut the excess length, leaving approximately 1 inch (2 cm) beyond the loops.
• If you are using the collar on a growing puppy, do not cut the excess length.
• Check the collar from time to time and adjust when necessary.
• For uninterrupted protection, ensure the dog wears the collar continuously.
• Replace it with a new collar every 8 months.
• Seresto Collar features a unique release mechanism. If your dog is trapped, the dog's own strength is enough to widen and quickly release the collar.

Flumethrin and Imidacloprid

This collar is for external use on dogs only. Keep it in the protective bag and in the outer packaging. Wash your hands after handling the collar. For your dog’s comfort, ensure the collar fits snugly but not too tightly and check the collar fit regularly. For dogs that swim once per month or more, the protection duration is reduced to five months for flea control and 7 months for tick control.

Precautions

Consult a veterinarian before using it on aged, debilitated, pregnant, breeding, or nursing dogs. Do not bathe your dog more than once a month to maintain 8-month efficacy. Talk to a vet before using it together with your dog's other treatments to prevent drug interactions.

If you are sensitive to any of the active ingredients, do not come into contact with the collar. Avoid attaching a leash to the collar, as this may cause breakage. The collar contains small parts and can be a choking hazard. Keep it away from children.

Contraindications

The Seresto dog collar is not indicated for use on puppies under 7 weeks of age. Do not use it on other animals or humans.

Storage Instructions

Store the collar in its original, unopened container. Keep it in a cool, dry place. Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal. Avoid using the container for food storage or other purposes.

What is the Seresto Collar?

The Seresto Collar is a long-lasting flea and tick collar for dogs. It protects from fleas and various species of ticks. This collar also kills chewing lice.

How does this collar work?

Seresto dog collar contains imidacloprid and flumethrin. Its unique polymer matrix helps spread this active formula from the site of direct contact over your dog's skin surface. This allows slow release of the active ingredients from within the collar. The new supply of active formula is continuously replenished in low volumes for a period of 8 months. Imidacloprid kills fleas, while flumethrin effectively eliminates ticks.

Which parasites does the Seresto Collar protect my dog from?

This collar kills and repels fleas before they can lay eggs and protects from further flea infestations. It also kills and repels black-legged ticks, brown dog ticks, lone star ticks and American dog ticks. The collar kills ticks that may transmit Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases. In addition, it kills chewing lice. When used as directed, a single collar provides protection for up to 8 months.

How soon can I begin treating my puppy with this product?

This flea and tick collar is indicated for use in puppies and dogs from 7 weeks of age.

Is the Seresto Collar really effective?

This collar has been shown to kill existing fleas on dogs 24 hours after the first application, according to the product label. It has been shown to kill new fleas on the dog within two hours and protects against further flea infestations for 8 months post-24 hours. It begins preventing new tick infestations at 48 hours post-application and repels and/or kills any new ticks on the dog within 6 hours post-48 hours.

Is it necessary to remove this collar before bathing the dog?

The water-resistant collar for dogs remains effective even after shampoo treatment, swimming or exposure to rain. You should not bathe your dog more than once per month. To maintain its efficacy, use a gentle, soap-free shampoo.

Can I use this collar on a pregnant dog?

It is recommended that you consult your veterinarian before using Seresto on pregnant, breeding, aged, debilitated or nursing dogs.

Does this flea and tick collar cause skin irritation to my dog?

In rare cases, itchiness has been reported at the application site. In such instances, removing the collar temporarily may be recommended until the symptoms disappear. Consult a veterinarian if your dog experiences any adverse reactions.