Advocate is an easy and non-toxic spot on treatment that protects dogs against internal parasites (heartworm and intestinal worms) as well as external fleas, ear mites, and lice. Best results are seen if applied regularly.
This medication contains imidacloprid and moxidectin, two antiparasitics which work by blocking the central nervous system of parasites and rendering them incapable of functioning and ultimately killing them.
Fleas
Fleas (Ctenocephalides sp) are one of the most prevalent parasites found on pets and humans alike, often feeding off of blood from both sources: eggs, larvae, nymphs and adults. Flea bites may cause itching and other discomforting symptoms when there are high concentrations. They can even spread diseases like murine typhus and plague; Advocate’s products prevent flea infestation by interfering with impulse transmission along the flea’s nervous system to cause them to stop feeding – eventually killing it off altogether.
Advocate is made of imidacloprid and moxidectin, two ingredients which work by inhibiting the nervous signals controlling reproduction in fleas. When applied to your pet’s skin, these chemicals prevent fleas from sensing their host’s chemical cues and jumping onto them to feed. Furthermore, these drugs break the flea lifecycle by eliminating current adult fleas living on them as well as killing immature stages living outside.
Advocate is designed for topical use only, eliminating digestive upset caused by oral parasite treatments. Furthermore, its water-resistant formulation ensures it stays on your pet’s skin even during bath time or swimming sessions.
Advocate is unique because unlike other intestinal wormers which merely kill adult worms while leaving eggs to mature into adults before treatment is administered, it completely eradicates all species of intestinal worms, including roundworms, hookworms, whipworms and tapeworms as well as controlling ear mites (Demodex canis) and sarcoptes scabiei (sarcoptic mange).
Advocate is an excellent way of eliminating fleas from a pet’s body without resorting to chemical insecticides, particularly useful if their immune system reacts badly to fleas. Advocate kills them immediately upon contact; additionally it acts as an excellent preventative for fleas, heartworm, ear mites and lungworm and should be given monthly. For further guidance on the appropriate dosage for your animal please speak with your vet.
Worms
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Worm infestation can pose a significant threat to dogs’ health and should always be taken seriously by pet owners. They can lead to anemia, reduced appetite and weight loss; digestive issues; respiratory conditions and even death in extreme cases. Unfortunately, signs of infestation aren’t always apparent to pet owners – if your pup starts coughing, wheezing or losing weight unexpectedly it’s wiser to bring him/her in for testing and treatment at once.
Your vet may request you bring in a stool sample for testing, since most forms of worms can be detected through egg count detection in feces. Therefore, annual exams with your veterinarian are so crucial in order to detect traces of eggs that may indicate parasitic infections; additionally they will prescribe deworming medication should this become necessary.
If your dog is scratching excessively, this could be a telltale sign of intestinal worm infection. But it is important to keep in mind that they may simply be grooming themselves or engaging in preening behavior that needs removing. You can help to lower their risks of intestinal worm infection by providing regular preventative deworming medications as well as following good hygiene practices at home.
Help keep your dog free from parasites by giving them deworming medication on a regular schedule and practicing good hygiene practices, such as picking up their poop regularly and not feeding food that has fallen on the floor as this could contribute to an infestation of intestinal worms. You should also remove your shoes when entering your home to reduce spreading worm eggs further around. Finally, never feed raw meat to your dog as this could increase their susceptibility.
Ear Mites
Many pet owners are familiar with Otodectes cynotis ear mites (Otodectes cynotis), an infestation of tiny insects which cause intense itching and irritation in the ear canal, often leading to constant scratching, head shaking and scratched ears from pet scratching, often leading to secondary infections affecting overall health and quality of life for your pet. Untreated mites may even result in permanent hearing loss and damage to their eardrum.
Ear mites can spread between animals through direct contact, making them especially prevalent in kennels, grooming facilities, multi-pet households and dog parks. Dogs with weak immune systems or chronic infections are more vulnerable to developing an ear mite infestation.
Symptoms of an ear mite infestation for dogs include red and inflamed ears that appear drooping; crusty ear flaps; dark material in their ears similar to coffee grounds which is made up of dead mites mixed in with wax; discharge from ears, tingling sensation in ears, frequent head shaking.
Once a veterinary diagnosis of ear mites has been made, your veterinarian will recommend treatment in the form of either a tablet or drop to kill them off. Ear drops will help clean out their ears while relieving inflammation and pain as they work to relieve inflammation and pain relief. These medications should continue until all ear mites have been eliminated from your pet’s system – typically this takes about 10 days.
When treating multiple pets simultaneously, it’s vital to do so for best results. Ear mites can spread easily from dog to dog by close contact and sharing bedding or playing together, so be sure to wash all bedding and vacuum any areas your pet frequents in your home where ear mites could potentially survive off of. Once these have been eliminated completely, talk to your veterinarian about whole-body parasite preventatives to further safeguard against future ear infections.
Lice
Lice are small wingless insects that parasitize mammals and birds by attaching themselves to hair or feathers and sucking blood from them. With powerful claws on all six legs that allow them to grasp tight onto hosts, lice are capable of adhering so tightly even vigorous scratching will not dislodge them. There are two general kinds of lice that affect dogs: biting lice (Trichodectes canis) and sucking lice (Heterodoxus spiniger) both feeding on host blood; lice are nuisance pests that cause intense itching which can even prompt some owners to chew themselves ears and paws themselves in an attempt at relief from itching caused by these pests!
There are various treatments for lice. Topical applications and oral medications are both effective ways of fighting them off; shampoos also can be used effectively; most need to remain on your dog for some time in order to work; when finished rinsing should take place immediately afterwards and they could contain insecticidal ingredients like pyrethrins or organophosphates, which act as effective insecticides.
The Advocate spot-on is an all-in-one treatment that works against multiple parasites. Used monthly, it treats and prevents heartworm disease in dogs while treating flea infestations, ear mites, mange mites (Demodex canis) and sarcoptic mange in both cats and dogs alike. Furthermore, this product also treats and controls intestinal worms including roundworms, whipworms, hookworms and lungworms found both within pets as well as humans.
Apply the product according to its directions for safe application around eyes, ears and groin areas. Furthermore, any concurrent use of other medications should be avoided as this will ensure maximum efficacy from both medicines.
As part of their treatment for lice, it is advised that your dog avoid any situations where he might come into contact with other animals for at least 4 weeks post-treatment, including trips to parks, walks and doggie daycare facilities. After this initial period, however, your pet can safely resume normal activities like going for walks and attending doggy daycare facilities.