Flea and Tick Prevention

Interesting Flea Facts

When a flea jumps, it accelerates 50 times faster than a space shuttle

The flea circus originated in England in the 16th Century

Female cat fleas can drink 15 times their weight in blood

95% of flea eggs, larvae and pupae live in beds, sofas, rugs and carpets - not on your pet!

1 flea can turn into 1,000 in just 21 days...

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Frontline Spray, Spot On and Frontline Combo

Frontline spray and spot on treat and prevent flea and tick infestations. Placed on the back of the neck, it kills the adult fleas on your pet.

Frontline spray can be used for cats and dogs from 2 days of age.

Frontline spot on can be used for:
        - dogs from 8 weeks of age and weighing at least 2kg
        - cats from 8 weeks of age and weighing at least 1kg

Frontline combo works in the same way as the original frontline, but it also contains an added ingredient which prevents contamination of the environment of treated animals with the immature stages:

Stronghold Spot On

For use in cats and dogs from 6 weeks of age, Stronghold also kills ear mites and some intestinal worms.

RIP Fleas Extra

RIP Fleas Extra is a household spray. It effectively stops eggs and larval development for up to 12 months and will paralyze and kill fleas and house mites in your home.

Terrible Tick Truths

Your cat or dog can pick up ticks from anywhere

They can't jump or fly they simply attach themselves to animals that brush past them

Ticks are active all year round, not just in the summer

Ticks can cause a variety of problems, some with serious consequences for your pet

Ticks can also be difficult to remove. It attaches so tightly to your pet that mouthparts may be left behind causing irritation, and can lead to a skin reaction or abcess