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Flea control products should be used with care.

Products intended to treat cats and dogs for fleas make tens of thousands of pets sick every year, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

A significant rise in adverse reactions to “spot-on” flea-control products has led the EPA to warn consumers they should take extra care using them on their pets.

Please note: this report does not contain test results or brand-specific recommendations.

Highlights of this report


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Adverse reactions


Permethrin and other pesticides have been linked to adverse reactions. Read more

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Regulation


Overseas authorities are tightening product testing requirements. Read more

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Precautions


Our advice for when you're using flea treatment products. Read more

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