Environment - Parasites - Allergies.

This is a comparison of two products that care of ticks and fleas. We will be adding to the list of comparisons as time goes on.

What do we favor ? the brown dog tick is around these here parts so Bravecto would be our choice. It also lasts 12 weeks which is important in this area of the country and the state of Wisconsin. If the dog travels during the summer than protection from a wider range of ticks species would serve an important purpose.

Is it good to have something in the system that long?

Yes - because it provides sustained protection against some very serious and potentially life threatening diseases. With increased activity and dogs that run in tick areas it is important to have sustainable tick protection for your pet.

Both products are in the same family of insecticides that block neurological pathways in the flea and tick. Mammals have different sensitivity at the GABA neuron receptor so the chemical does not affect the dog. For the insect the chemical is toxic by blocking the neurological pathway at the GABA receptor.

However - It should be used with caution in a dog with seizures - label warning.

Toxicity has not been documented from this product. However there is a caution for tiny dogs and puppies however.

No- it is always better to be chemical free even if the product deemed safe. The long term effects are not know at this time but they anticipate no problems with this product.

Nexgard - dogs who are exposed to ticks on a sometimes basis. ie. weekend warriors, vacation dogs, weekend cabin dogs

Bravecto - dogs who are exposed to ticks day in and day out ie hunting dogs, farm dogs, hiking dogs

******* this is the opinion of Marila Veterinary Clinic, located in tick central, depending on your own environment, your own pet, and what your own veterinarian suggests for your pet, this opinion may differ. Your pet's veterinarian knows your pet best, knows your situation, and if there are contraindications for the above.

*****This combination maybe different from other combinations for the Spray. This does not mean the other combinations are not useful , it means this combination was used and was helpful. Updates to the use on this site are constant but the older combinations are just as valid. *****

Product Summary

Manuka essential oil comes from the

Leptospermum scoparium (Manuka) branch/leaf and supports the appearance of healthy-looking skin, reduces the appearance of blemishes, and can be added to your favorite skin care products. Diffuse this warm and gentle fragrance, add it to household cleaners, or apply it topically to feet or toenails as needed. Manuka includes the naturally occurring constituents leptospermone, flavesone, and isoleptopsermone.

Ingredients

Leptospermum scoparium† (Manuka) branch/leaf oil

†100% pure, therapeutic-grade essential oil

Primary Benefits - Same use in pets but more often to help with skin infections or skin conditions that would benefit from an added essential oil specific for the skin health

Supports healthy skin.
Reduces skin infection and helps healing of skin
Can be applied topically to paws and nails to improve health

Suggested Use

Topical: Apply 2–4 drops directly to desired area. Dilution is not required, except for the
most sensitive skin. Use as needed.

Add 15-30 drops to a whole bottle of Animal scents shampoo. Add 15 drops to 4 oz of Animal Scents ointment.

Aromatic: Diffuse up to 30 minutes 3 times daily.

Conventional Oral Flea and Tick products for Canines

Hand - out by Sarah Willard, C.V.T.

Peppermint
Heat stroke is a possibility in the summer months. If consumption of water or access to water is not ideal the body can be overheated sooner than expected. Peppermint is an oil that can cool the body.
-Place on the skin 50% diluted
-Place in cool water and apply topically
-Place a couple of drops on the gums diluted
-Place in palm of hand and allow pet to lick
-Place inbetween the pads of feet or on ear pinnas

The main objective is to cool the pet down to avoid organ shutdown. This is one additional way that cooling can be effective. Other means must also be used. This is just one tool that is available to achieve this goal.

Environment - Parasites - Allergies.

. Oral Essential Tick Borne Disease Combination
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Essential Oils:
Thieves 1 Drop
Oregano 1 Drop
Frankenscense 1 Drop
Melaleuca Q 1 Drop
Thyme 1 Drop

Directions of use:

Place all essential oils in a gel capsule. Give with food every 12 hours (if currently positive with tick borne disease) or every 24 hours (aid in prevention/protection). Use for 30 days then go to once a week.

This is a preventative step and a step to help with chronic tick(Lyme) borne disease. Lyme disease is the most common disease that it has been used for however all the tick borne diseases would have the same protocol as a prevention step.

Followup testing through blood screening is needed to monitor response for the pet.

Flea and Tick Spray - Topical

Essential Oils :

Repel Aroma (animal e.o.)        10 drops

Geranium 3 drops
Lemongrass 3 drops
Clove    3 drops
Melaleuca Q.   8 drops
Citrus Fresh                    8 drops

Directions for use :

Mix into a 4-8 oz bottle of distilled water. Add 1/8 t. thieves dish soap to help the oils disperse well.
Use several times per day or when the pet goes outdoors. Make sure the coat is damp and ruffle hair to get the spray down to the skin.

Steroid - like Essential Oil - Copaiba
This oil has been used in many cases to alleviate some of the itching due to fleas, spiders, other insects, inhalant allergies, food allergies, or poison ivy
It helps increase the time period till redose of conventional steroids injections or tablets
Used in conjunction with conventional therapy including steroids and antihistamines
Added to many Shampoos to include a "steroid-like" component
Can be given orally and topically
Use for asthma in cats and bronchitis in dogs to assist with control of symptoms
This is just another level of care that can be included to sustain over all health of the pet.
Marila Veterinary Clinic uses this oil quite extensively