Description
Seresto Collar for Small Dogs Up to 18 Lbs ( Up to 8 Kg) measuring 38 cm delivers continuous flea and tick protection for 8 months through a patented polymer matrix that releases imidacloprid 100 mg/g and flumethrin 45 mg/g at sustained low concentrations directly onto the skin and coat. The collar eliminates the need for monthly reapplication while maintaining consistent active ingredient levels throughout the protection period. One collar per dog, fitted once, replaced at the 8-month mark.
Recommended for
Dogs weighing up to 18 lbs (up to 8 kg) from 7 weeks of age.
Indication/Coverage
For dogs susceptible to, or already presenting with, mixed parasitic infestations:
- Flea treatment (Ctenocephalides spp.): Kills adult fleas on contact beginning immediately after collar application, covering all life stages present on the animal for 8 months.
- Flea prevention (Ctenocephalides spp.): Disrupts larval development in the immediate surroundings of the treated dog, reducing environmental flea burden throughout the protection period.
- Flea allergy dermatitis (FAD): Controls the flea infestation triggering FAD; ongoing flea exposure in sensitised dogs should be assessed by a veterinarian.
- Tick control: Kills and repels ticks across all three active life stages for 8 months; newly infesting ticks are killed and detach within 24 to 48 hours without taking a blood meal.
- Lice treatment (infestation): Eliminates lice infestations in dogs for 8 months following a single collar application.
Key Benefits
Seresto 38 cm delivers the following clinically relevant properties:
- Eligible from 7 weeks: Dogs at least 7 weeks of age and not yet exceeding 8 kg body weight fall within the labeled use parameters for this collar size.
- Dual active ingredient coverage: Imidacloprid targets fleas via nicotinic acetylcholine receptor disruption; flumethrin acts on ticks and repels new infestations through sodium channel interference in the pyrethroid class.
- Contact-based kill mechanism: Neither ingredient requires the parasite to take a blood meal to be affected, reducing the window for disease transmission during tick attachment.
- Immediate onset against fleas: Flea kill begins upon collar application, with no loading period required before efficacy is established.
- 8-month single application: One collar replaces eight monthly spot-on or oral doses, eliminating missed-dose risk associated with monthly treatment schedules.
- Multi-stage tick efficacy: The collar is active against larval, nymphal, and adult tick stages, not solely adult ticks, which matters in regions where larval infestations are seasonally prevalent.
- Collar format for resistant dogs: Dogs that resist spot-on application or refuse oral chewables can be maintained on continuous parasite control without monthly handling.
Caution
Hazards to Humans
Keep out of reach of children. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while fitting or handling the collar. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after each contact with the collar or the animal wearing it. If swallowed, prolonged ingestion may cause damage to the skin and liver; seek medical attention immediately and contact a poison control center.
Hazards to Domestic Animals
For external use on dogs only. Do not use on puppies younger than 7 weeks or on dogs exceeding 8 kg body weight, as this collar size is outside the labeled dosage range for larger animals. Dogs that are debilitated, aged, pregnant, or nursing should be assessed by a veterinarian before fitting. Application site reactions including pruritus, erythema, and localised hair loss occur rarely and typically resolve within 1 to 2 weeks; collar removal may be warranted if reactions persist. Do not use in combination with other insecticide products.
Possible Side Effects
Monitor your dog closely during the first few days after collar application, as initial reactions are most likely to appear within this window.
The following adverse effects have been reported with Seresto use, organised by presentation type:
- Dermal reactions (application site): Pruritus, erythema, and hair loss at or near the collar site occur rarely; most cases resolve spontaneously within 1 to 2 weeks without collar removal. Temporary removal may be recommended if symptoms are marked.
- Inflammatory skin reactions: In very rare instances, dermatitis, inflammation, eczema, or lesions at the application site have been documented; collar removal is indicated in these cases.
- Gastrointestinal and behavioural signs: Mild, transient signs including salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and appetite changes have been reported in rare cases during the first few days after fitting, potentially associated with collar ingestion or licking.
- Systemic behavioural signs: Depression or generalised behavioural change has been observed rarely and is considered transient.
If any adverse effect persists or the dog’s condition deteriorates following collar application, remove the collar and consult a veterinarian.















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