What is Scalibor for dogs?

Scalibor is a medicated collar for dogs that provides long-lasting protection against external parasites, including disease-carrying קרציות.

One collar provides 5-6 month protection against ticks including deer ticks (Ixodes Ricinus)and brown dog ticks (Rhipicephalus sanguineus), which can transmit deadly Lyme disease. Scalibor protects against Australian paralysis ticks (Ixodes holocyclus) for 3 months.

Your dog will also be protected against irritating bites from פרעושים, sandflies and mosquitoes for 5-6 months.

Be aware that with any medicated collar, environmental conditions may impact the efficacy of the product, and as such it may need to be replaced more frequently.

יתרונות

• Long lasting protection
• Easy to use – no tablets or topicals

Is Scalibor suitable for my dog?

Scalibor medicated collars are suitable for use on dogs from 8 weeks of age, with no weight restrictions. Do not use on dogs with skin lesions. Consult your veterinarian before using Scalibor on pregnant or lactating dogs.

What are the side effects of Scalibor?

Rare side effects following treatment with Scalibor include localized skin reactions such as pruritis and hair loss. Less common reported side effects include altered behavior and gastrointestinal symptoms.

The following side effects may occur in the case of accidental ingestion: uncoordinated movements, tremor, drooling of saliva, vomiting, rigidity of the hindquarters.

What precautions must be taken?

• For canine use only – do not use on cats.
• Do not open the sealed package until ready to use.
• Do not allow the dog or other animals to chew the collar.
• Do not allow children to handle the collar.
• Wash hands with soap and water after attaching or handling the collar.
• Do not attach to dogs with skin lesions.

How effective is Scalibor (Deltametharin)?

The results of an Australian laboratory study demonstrated that Scalibor gave greater than 90% control of paralysis ticks (Ixodes holocyclus)for at least 14 weeks. The laboratory trial demonstrated >90% efficacy of Scaliborfor 6 months against brown dog ticks (Rhipicephalus sanguineus), with the subsequent field study indicating a duration of efficacy between 5 and 6 months.

The effect of swimming, bathing or shampooing on efficacy has not been established. The collar should be removed before swimming, bathing or shampooing the dog.

Brand Comparison

• Scalibor vs Seresto