I'm still a mess over it. Being a cold snap, I deci[Show More]My Teddy has been wearing one since he was a puppy. Symptoms of flea bites can vary between individuals, but it is important to take action as soon as you notice any signs of it. Continued to use the collar and 6 mths later he had a Grand Mal seizure!!! We had to put him down the next day. There are two cats in our household as well. When vet examined her asked about tick prevention n I said she has a new flea collar on. I purchased the Seresto collar a few months ago and his health went down hill just like that. Our dog suddenly started having seizures after use of this horrible Senestro product. Found scabbed sores around Kitty's neck.. Kitty vomited today 5 hours after eating. I had not heard of problems with the collar and my vet was also unaware. No seizures. I held her comforting her and it passed within 5 minutes. I rescued my dog on 06/30/20. My Teddy has been wearing one since he was a puppy. I put the new collar on Molly(cat) Wednesday morning Sept. 29,2021. She went from a completely healthy dog to dying only 8 days later. We have been using this collar for years. Ive been trying to cleanse her insides with Pure Calcium Bentonite Clay and push[Show More]I bought a Seresto collar for my dog. I've been having non stop drainage and went to my ENT several times with them saying nothing was wrong. Our vet never thought the problems were caused by the Seresto collars. Provide the veterinarian with as much information as possible, such as recent illnesses, changes in behavior that you may have noticed, and the approximate length of time that your pet has been exhibiting the symptoms. She better now but it took months to get it healed. We removed collar 3 days ago. We decide that the humane thing to do was to say goodbye and have her put to sleep that same day. We put collar on our 15 month old Kitty. Chevy has his regular checkups and results have been great. Put on his new flea and tick collar. and past away.I had no ideal they had pesticides in the collar.I really miss my chip! ins.className = 'adsbygoogle ezasloaded'; Aloe vera gel (use natural, organic products devoid of fragrance, parabens or dyes) can also help prevent itchiness. I went to 3 different vets, hooked him up to an IV for. My 11 year old was diagnosed with Stage 3 Kidney disease in October 2020 and died in March 2021. She looked super scared and. She fell making several attempts trying to jump into my husband's truck. My dog was diagnosed with acute myeloid lukemia in the past 2 weeks. I took her to the vet and there was no explanation. I'm retired & out the 1500. My 15 old Bichon had 1st ever seizure after1st usage of Seresto collar 10/20; also stopped eating & drinking. Also, he has had persistent diarrea and extremely loose stools. After I was away from my dog the symptoms went away but as soon as I got near him, I felt like I was having a stroke again. I believe it adversely affected her thyroid over the two summers she wore it. Imidacloprid interferes with insects' nervous systems, causing a blockage that eventually leads to an overabundance of a particular neurotransmitter. Lady had a temperature of 101. Abnormal sleeping, lethargy or non-responsiveness. Many homemade flea spray recipes include dish soap. Bayers dog and cat Seresto anti-flea and tick collars contain a nicotine chemical (imidacloprid) that can cause seizures, thyroid gland damage, mutations, abortions and birth defects, (and is a class of widely used agricultural chemicals implicated in the catastrophic demise of honey bees, banned by the European Commission in 2013 for 2 years in Europe); and a pyrethrin chemical (flumethrin) that can cause nausea, vomiting and seizures among other harmful side effects. First they did an xray and said he could have mild asthma, then the blood work came back. We put collar on our 15 month old Kitty. They got him stabilized and gave me anti-seizure meds since there was no one at the clinic overnight. I don't know what they did different with them but within a few days of applying it to my dog she began walking funny and stumbling all over. I've used Seresto collars on all my animals for the past few years. He also has lumps being monitored and they are on his neck where the collar would have been. On April 8th I took my Main coon cat to the vets for her annual check up and shots. It was days. He was an indoor cat so I know he didn't get into anything. She was fine for the first 8 months so I purchased a second collar for the next 8 month period but after wearing the 2nd collar for about 4 weeks her back legs started to buckle beneath her. Symptoms of Flea and Tick Collar Poisoning in Dogs Amitraz Weakness Loss of bodily movement control High or low body temperature Depression Diarrhea Urinary incontinence Low blood pressure Obstruction of the intestines due to paralysis of intestines Dilation of pupils Gastric dilatation Vomiting Difficulty breathing We took her to the vet and had bloodwork done, which came back showing that she had low platelets and anemia. Moreover, these collars can leave residue on the dogs hair that can last for weeks. Both dogs were healthy otherwise with consistent vet visits and a healthy diet. Flea and tick collar poisoning occurs when a pet ingests a collar or consumes the chemicals that are left on the skin and fur as a residual product. I took her to the vet and there was no explanation. These signs manifest after placing the collar on the pet. Could these collars have been the cause of their neurological issues and decline in health we now wonder? Wondering if this collars toxic chemicals had anything to do with her stroke? ins.dataset.adClient = pid; She was walking practically sideways through the house. May she rest in peace. I made sure she was watered and she curled up on my lap and went to sleep. To this day we believe it was the collar the killed my dog. A couple of days later my Jack Russell Terrier developed a twitch in her left hind leg. My 5 year old was diagnosed with a Spleen tumor in July 2020 and died in September. I believe it gave her cancer. I have been reading the comments here and on regulations.gov, and it is so heartbreaking. As a veterinarian I caution my clients to observe for any sign of local irritation, behavior changes, etc when using parasite control products. I went to 3 different vets, hooked him up to an IV for fluids. He was diagnosed with cancer, and I was informed, due to location and his age, there was nothing they could do (he was too old for anesthesia that was needed for a biopsy.). We tried surgery twice before it was determined that he was too far gone and had to be euthanized. However, it has recently been associated with thousands of pet injuries and even death. Hi! Now my puppy who isn't a yr yet couldn't wear it because it broke her at in a rash around her neck and once the collar was off, the rash healed. I feel so tremendously guilty that this product could have been the cause. We removed collar 3 days ago. I gave my 8 yr old German Shepherd a new Seresto flea/tick collar 12/12/20. They can cause problems but the incidence is quite low. I've treated my dogs ears with no luck with him either. This DEFINATELY needs to be pulled. container.appendChild(ins); Bomwell reported she purchased the Seresto collar at her local pet store, and within a day of her papillon wearing it, the dog collapsed and began having seizures. When this notice came out we removed the collar and Harley was no longer lethargic. After wearing the collar for a few days she suddenly started to lick the air with a slight foamy liquid coming from her mouth and shortly after this had a really bad seizure. We put collar on our 15 month old Kitty. Put one of these collars on him and within months his failure on his neck is almost all gone and he has sores. She died. We are going to have his body autotopsized and have a toxicology screening to find out cause of death, but all I can think of that changed in our household was bringing the collar into it. They got him stabilized and gave me anti-seizure meds since. Thank you to whom ever brought this situation to light. Sadly, I never connected the collars with these health issues until it was too late. He past away January 2021. My 3 year old cat was in perfect condition with a thick soft luxurious coat. No seizures. But based on what I have read some people have lost their pets within days of putting the collar on. I have been told by friends they're cat did the same thing. Cats encounter poisonous substances by swallowing them, chewing on them, inhaling them, or coming into physical contact by brushing against or walking through them. Shortly after using this she started to have seizures that she never had before. My other cat is totally fine. He eventually stopped eating anything offered, became weak then also had to be euthanized. She was my fur baby and to think how many hearts are broken and this is still selling on store shelves for the greed of money ! I happened to come across this article about Seresto collars. Weve had the Seresto collar on her for the two years weve had her. She had it on for 2 days, before she stopped eating and drinking. Flea bites in humans are caused by fleas, parasitic insects. If you notice any of these symptoms in your pet, it's important to remove the flea collar and take them to the vet immediately. Studies show that poisoning by some types of chemicals can occur by ingestion of the collar or by the licking of the residue found on the hair. Thought it was allergies. With a skin irritation of propoxur, there may be evidence of redness of the skin, loss of hair, and a constriction of the iris of your pets eye. There are two cats in our household as well. One of my cats developed cancer and had to be euthanized. 2021 our daughter called me. Millions of recalled Philips DreamStation, CPAP, BiPAP and ventilator machines may release toxic foam particles and chemicals into the air pathway. They are not innocuous as they suck blood occasionally to the point of causing anemia, transmit blood borne pathogens which can make pets sick, and cause a lot of irritation, dermatitis, itching and discomfort for pets. Which is a blood cancer from long term exposure to radiation or chemicals. She had developed a gaping, bloody wound on her neck in the area where the collar was in contact wit[Show More]I've used Seresto collars on all my animals for the past few years. Organophosphate toxicity can be rapidly fatal, depending on the ingredients and dose the pet is exposed to. Flea and tick medications need to have some component such as a repellent or insecticide to work against fleas and ticks. Always check with your veterinarian before changing your pets diet, medication, or physical activity routines. Since March 1st Ive paid over 7,000 for hospitalization, blood transfusions, injections, medicines and just started chemo so I know for what little time I have left with my sweet boy I will have thousands more in treatment. Children are especially susceptible, as their ability to rid their body of the chemicals is less efficient than that of adults. We just put the dog down yesterday due to inoperable throat and sinus cancer. Then I read about the Soresto flea collars, I removed it and the seizures stopped..Ginger is back to her Happy healthy self. Liver enzymes so high they couldn't register. She had developed a gaping, bloody wound on her neck in the area where the collar was in contact with her skin. However, the collar causes side effects like anxiety, itching, swollen eyes, restlessness, whining, and severe rash. Purchased at Tractors Supply. I started using the Seresto collar on my cat, shortly after he started throwing up a lot . I purchased this years from Chewy, as I have in the past. This may include: Hair Loss. Vet is saying it could be stroke or brain tumor. I had blood test to prove it. I visited a vet on 07/15/20 who sold me and put on my dog's neck a Seresto flea collar. She said Molly had vomited, and was laying on the floor drooling. I feel awfulthought I was doing the right thing protecting him from ticks, and ended up killing him instead. I started buying these a fee years back for both my dogs and cat. Flea collars rely on organophospates to compromise the central nervous system of fleas, but research has shown exposure to these ingredients is also dangerous to humans and pets. I didnt notice it because he lives in and outdoors. I wish I had done more and better research prior to purchasing Seresto collar and causing my cat such discomfort and misery. ins.className = 'adsbygoogle ezasloaded'; Are flea collars safe for humans? I've been using Seresto on my 6 year old golden retreiver/ maremma cross with no issues. My cat Twinkles has been diagnosed with kidney disease. I bought the seresto collar about a year and a half ago for my cat Bo. She in perfect health. He also developed an excess of platelets, causing white gums. This had never occurred prior to wearing the Seresto collar. We removed collar 3 days ago. I really want to know if this collar killed my six year old baby (yes,I loved him like he was a family member. Fleas are tiny, blood-sucking insects. Thought maybe allergies. We are going to have his body autotopsized and have a toxicology screening to find out cause of death, but all I can think of that changed in our household was bringing the collar into it. It took a week before he seemed normal. All within 10 days she had four grand mall seizures . , I purchased two collars for each of my dogs. And Is. This stuff kills pets, I'm[Show More]I bought the seresto collar about a year and a half ago for my cat Bo. Did blood work and everything was looking ok but my dog had trouble walking was using the bathroom a lot.. Look like another 10 years was added on to his life he was deteriorating in front of me all of a sudden with no answers as to why. A federal judge has ordered parties involved in Paragard IUD lawsuits to select potential cases to serve as early bellwether trials. If your dog or cat is having a reaction to a flea and tick product, it may show some of the following symptoms: Skin effects. We just lost our 4-1/2 year old labradoodle from this collar. Liver enzymes so high they couldn't register. I believe seresto flea collar is causing CKD in my cat. One of my cats developed cancer and had to be euthanized. I made sure she was watered and she curled up on my lap and went to sleep. I firmly believe this was all a result of this collar. Sadly, these features that make the collars effective at keeping the pests at bay can be hazardous to pets and humans. After three months watching her deteriorate and still having bad seizures I couldn't bear to watch her suffering any longer and had to say goodbye. He had to have an enucleation surgery, removing both eyes. Found scabbed sores around Kitty's neck.. Kitty vomited today 5 hours after eating. ins.style.minWidth = container.attributes.ezaw.value + 'px'; When we went to the vet t[Show More]I put one one my goldendoodle when he was about 5 months. I always thought it was water from his baths. My Elderly Mother sleeps with her cat every night. My heart goes out to everyone who lost their sweet doggie. Bayer is evil for selling this pesticide laden thing!!! She is on high doses of medication and just completely out of it. Did blood work and everything was looking ok but my dog had trouble walking was using the bathroom a lot.. Look like another 10 years was added on to his life he was deteriorating in front of me all of a sudden with no answers as to why. Him and I both have been dealing with ear issues; drainage and irritation. Prior to that she was a healthy kitty. My heart goes out to everyone who lost their sweet doggie. This product was being advertised on tv here in the uk and i thought "sounds ok I'll look into it".Looked on Google and came across this article,so the question is "should i avoid this product? Within hours I noticed his ears were red, By morning, they were scaly and very inflamed. I don't know what they did different with them but within a few days of applying it to my dog she began walking funny and stumbling all over. I bought these both from Chewy in October 2021. She was my fur baby and to think how many hearts are broken and this is still selling on store shelves for the greed of money ! We just put the dog down yesterday due to inoperable throat and sinus cancer. Symptoms of Flea Collar Poisoning in Dogs The symptoms that occur in flea collar poisoning are neurological and digestive. Wondering if this collars toxic chemicals had anything t. Mom bought Seresto flea collar for her cat Bella. Thought maybe allergies. Water contamination at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina between 1953 and 1987 caused cancers, birth defects, miscarriages and other side effects for U.S. Marines and their family members. Can a Puppy Get Sick From a Flea & Tick Collar?. He eventually stopped eating anything offered, became weak then also had to be euthanized. I spent over $2000 that weekend. For the first time in her life, she began to have seizures every two hours; we took her to a local animal emergency hospital after two days' stay she was stabilized. Her head was twitching, her eyes were twitching and she started whining. Being a cold snap, I deci. Also, the label indicates that you shouldnt use the collar on puppies under 12 weeks. ins.style.display = 'block'; Skin Rashes. The veterinary team will check at regular intervals, your dogs blood pressure, heart rate, body temperature, blood markers, and urine production. Had no idea it was the collars. 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