Centreville Animal Hospital Newsletter
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Vol. 7 Number 8

News and Views as Summer Stays Dry, Hot & Humid ...Continued

Fleas

There is no relief in sight for fleas on pets that are not protected each and every month from this bad parasite. With our hot, dry August behind us, the flea has caught up with many pets and is chewing on them non-stop. We have to keep Frontline or Revolution on them monthly to prevent our homes from being infested this winter and to prevent skin diseases and worse systemic diseases from becoming commonplace again in Centreville.

Summit VetPharm announced the introduction of Vectra 3D, a new broad-spectrum topical that effectively protects dogs against fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes. Vectra 3D's formula includes dinotefuran (a new, fast-acting, third generation neonicotinoid with a novel mode of action); permethrin; and pyriproxyfen.  Vectra 3D is available to pet owners only through licensed veterinarians, and is protected with Summit VetPharm s
new Bloodhound Technology, an innovative, proprietary track and trace system that ensures veterinary exclusivity of the product. Summit VetPharm also recently announced a co-promotion agreement with Abbott Animal Health. (company press release)

US - TREAT WARNING   The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has recently become aware of complaints from pet owners and veterinarians that multiple brands of jerky treats manufactured in China have been making pets sick. Symptoms of illness have included vomiting, diarrhea and
lethargy; no deaths have been reported. The AVMA says all complaints have involved jerky treats from China and recommends pet owners use their best judgment. The FDA is testing these treats for a contaminant, but has yet to identify anything that could be making pets sick. (PetFood Industry)

We welcome your comments and concerns because, in the end, we share a common goal: Happy and contented pets that are members of your family for a very long time.

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