Celandine or witch grass, as it is called by the people, has a lot of useful properties.
Many medicines are prepared on its basis, including antiparasitic preparations for animals.
Facilities "Celandine" for fleas and ticks for cats are veterinary drugs.
"Chistotel" - line of tools
Preparations involving celandine alkaloids are potent drugs that should be used with caution and exactly following the instructions.
They are effective fight not only with ectoparasites themselves - fleas, pincers and other blood-sucking insects, but also can heal the effects of their bites in the form of helminthic invasions.
For cats developed veterinary preparations for fleas and ticks:
- drops;
- collar;
- shampoo;
- spray;
- antihelminthic drug for adult cats;
All means can be used for adult animals and for kittens older than 8 weeks. All preparations indicate the age of the animal from which their use is possible.
Flea and tick drops
Contain besides alkaloids celandine fipronilparalyzing the fleas, and permethrinwho kills them.
Distinguished by the effectiveness of drops for cats "Celandine." Instructions for use:
- Drops are applied on the withers or between the shoulders of the animal, that is, in those places that the cat can not lick.
- Wool pushing and dripping the drug on the skin.
- It penetrates the cat's skin, enters the body and spreads throughout the skin.
- With sebum, poison is released outside and most often the parasite dies before it bites the cat..
Collar
Its action is based not only on the absorption into the skin and in the blood of an animal of a preparation applied on a collar.
The main effect is the scaring of insects.The strap is impregnated with a composition with a rather strong characteristic odor. The collar is recommended to use with drops.
Validity from 2 to 4 months. For kittens there is a collar "Chistotel Junior"soaked in natural essential oils and plant extracts.
Shampoo
It contains significantly lower concentration of alkaloids than drops. is he rather used as a prophylactic. Apply it and in case of mass lesions of the animal by insects.
Manufacturer took care of long-haired cats. For them, created a shampoo with a caring effect, facilitating combing. There is a separate shampoo for kittens.
- The shampoo is applied to the wet wool with massaging movements, slightly beating it into the foam.
- It is washed off in 4-5 minutes with plenty of water.
Antiparasitic shampoo does not have a prolonged action, it kills and flushes fleas and ticks, but does not protect in the future. For longer protection against insects, it is recommended to use the "Celandine" drops..
Spray
Spray designed for processing cat's fur, as well as its habitats, bedding and soft toys.
- Before applying shake the bottle well.
- Spray all over the cat's body from a distance of 15-20 cm
- Processed back, stomach, paws.
A glove wetted with a spray is used to apply to the head and ears. This is done to ensure that the drug does not get into the eyes and mucous membranes. After processing, carefully comb the cat, and remove the remnants of the preparation with a cotton sponge. Wash face and hands thoroughly with soap after the procedure.
Antihelminthic drugs
Some alkaloids contained in the celandine have a paralyzing effect on the worms, without causing harm to the cat. Available in two forms - tablets for adult animals and suspension Glistogon.
"Celandine" does not kill parasites, but paralyzes them, then they are removed from the body with feces. The suspension acts after a few hours. During the day, the drug is completely excreted in the urine. If you strictly observe the dosage, "Glistogon" is absolutely safe for animals.
Suspension can be used to treat kittens from 3 weeks of age. It is given to the animal during the morning feeding with food or in pure form using a dispenser.
The number of tablets for an adult individual is calculated based on its weight. It is necessary to strictly follow the instructions so that the animal is not poisoned. If there is any evidence of poisoning, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Caring for the health of the animal should be reasonable. Do not use the drug if you do not know how it will affect your darling. Be sure to coordinate the use of parasite treatments with a veterinarian if your cat is sick, pregnant, or is feeding the kittens.
