What types of flea and tick treatments should I use for my pet?

In lieu of flea and tick season coming soon, we compiled a list of the different types of flea and tick treatments to consider for your pet.
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Broads warns of potential impact of flea treatments

The organisation that manages The Broads National Park has called for better awareness of the "shocking" impact pet flea treatments have on waterways. Powerful insecticides that are banned in farming ...
The Conversation

Pet flea treatments may be harming wildlife – but owners can help

Toxic substances used in flea and tick treatments pet owners give to their dogs and cats have been detected in birds’ nests, according to new UK research. Fipronil and imidacloprid, two common ...
The Conversation

Pet flea and tick treatments contain pesticides that end up washing into the environment – here’s how

Responsible owners of the UK’s 22 million cats and dogs may well have followed advice from many vets to treat pets with a monthly preventative “spot on” flea and tick treatment. However, these ...
Chicago Tribune

Get rid of fleas with a multi-pronged approach

Anyone who has ever dealt with fleas knows how frustrating it can be to control infestations. These tiny pests seem to thrive in almost any environment. The best strategy is to target inside and ...
The Guardian

Over-the-counter pet flea treatments could be banned under new UK rules

Exclusive: ministers consider restricting pesticide-based treatments, which can get into waterways and harm wildlife Pet owners across the UK could be banned from buying flea treatment for cats and ...