Veterinary pharmacologist Dr. Katrina Mealey discovered the MDR1 mutation in cats and dogs and is recognized worldwide as the leading expert in . Ill list all the options I looked into (including several Ive personally tried), along with whether theyre considered safe to use, use with caution, or a complete no-no. However, I think your plan to take the collar on and off was probably the best way to give it a safe trial period. Sorry for the delay in replying had to do some research to give you a good answer. Simparica is a flavored chewable solution for fast and effective treatment against fleas and ticks. We love her. Simparica TRIO (6.0 mg/0.12 mg/25. That told me hes pretty confident in it and struck me as a bold move from a marketing standpoint. Simparica Trio is generally well tolerated at the recommended dose; adverse reactions (t ransient ataxia and/or muscle fasciculation in dogs with a deficient multidrug -resistance-protein 1 (MDR1 -/-)) are only seen at overdoses. Simparica (sarolaner) Chewables are safe, monthly flea and tick protection for dogs that start working fast and remain effective all month long. Please log in again. I was using Seresto collars and am on the hunt for something else. Thanks. I think this is a couple years old. Under many circumstances, newer dog flea collars are safe options for flea and tick control (unlike older collars, which were largely ineffective). Maybe regular Interceptor would be fine since it doesnt contain Praziquantel, but its difficult to say exactly what your dog is reacting to. Happy to help! Im glad you found it helpful. Giardia can be passed to and cause diarrhea in humans. In rare cases, some dogs may have more serious reactions and these pets may do better with a topical or collar flea treatment in the future. . But it doesnt hurt mammals. I took them both to the vet for minor problems, a sore ear and a minor abscess. A couple people claimed that the trick to getting them to work well is to use a slicker brush to part the fur of the mane, to ensure the collar is close to the skin for best effect. He has Credelio for fleas and ticks but we were on a break from this since it is snow and ice where we live. The manufacturer of Revolution has tested the product for safety in dogs with the MDR1 mutation. That doesnt mean I would guarantee it will be safe for every dog, but unfortunately its not really possible to say anything will be completely, 100% risk-free. Wash hands after handling the product. The only way to know if an individual dog has the mutant MDR1 gene is to have the dog tested. Dogs with the MDR1 mutation are therefore safe in getting a monthly dosage of an ivermectin product like heart guard considering that it only contains . No adverse effects were observed. Bear in mind a dog can negatively react to anything though, so its always best practice to keep a close eye on them after administering any new product! Simparica is used to control flea and tick infestations in dogs. Somewhere I read that its good for 4 kinds. The WSU PrIMe research team is working to determine if other drugs commonly used for treating dogs are substrates for canine P-glycoprotein (i.e., have the potential to cause toxicity in dogs with the MDR1 mutation). Is Simparica safe for MDR1 dogs? thanks for your research. Since I live in Florida, Revolution is not the best choice for me as it only targets the dog tick. We sometimes see a Smooth Collie named Frank at our local dog park, and Ive been pretty impressed with him. Personally, I would be concerned about missing a daily dose. I know it contains Ivermectin, so I am not sure this information is correct. My dog has been tested and is mutant/normal (MDR1). Oh no! My vet wants to give him a vaccine (?) ONE of the drugs MDR1 dogs can be sensitive to is an avermectin. If youre looking for something that will repel parasites, a product such as K9 Advantix II may make a good alternative. Combining spinosad (the flea control ingredient in Comfortis and Trifexis) with the high doses of ivermectin and milbemycin oxime used to treat demodectic and sarcoptic mange increases the potential for neurological side effects. She had a severe reaction with diarrhea, drooling, depression etc. Simparica Trio has the same main ingredient as regular Simparica, plus two added ingredients. Personalizing your pets health care. You should still keep an eye on your pet when introducing new organic products. Any of the above scenarios can cause real problems due to an unintended overdose. I personally prefer something gentler as many Collies can have sensitive skin, but it really depends on the dog. And so are several holistic veterinarians. Those are both still very effective products, but have fewer horrror stories of terrible skin reactions. Your article was appreciated and helpful! At low doses, such as those used in heartworm prevention, ivermectin is safe even for dogs with the MDR1 mutation. For dogs and cats with the MDR1 mutation, common medications can be potentially deadly. We have an 11 year old tricolor rough coat collie. First, I want to thank you for the time and effort that went into writing this article. It seems unlikely for that much time to elapse before a reaction, but I would definitely consult with a veterinarian. Some swear by food grade DE (diatomaceous earth) as a natural dewormer of roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and even tapeworms. Frontline Plus is milder than Frontline Gold, which I wouldnt recommend for the same reason that I dont like recommending Advantix theyre too strong and have a tendency to cause skin reactions. Either Sentinel or Interceptor are generally considered safe for Collies and can be used to treat demodectic mange. Simparica Trio chewable tablets for dogs 1.25-2.5 kg Simparica Trio chewable tablets for dogs >2.5-5 kg . I looked up potential side effects for the new pill, and sure enough, the product info for the pain medication specifically advised that it should not be taken with blood pressure medication. An added benefit is it has been around long enough that cheaper generic products are available, some of which Ive tried and found to be as effective as Frontline. The most common side effect of Simparica is vomiting, which can happen within the first hour or two after administration. Both spot ons and both effective in that neither of . Use with caution in dogs with the MDR1 mutation for the same reason. Its worth making a phone call to see what they would recommend for your pup. If an MDR1-affected dog were to be treated for mange, that would involve higher dosages and could cause adverse reactions. Thank you! Sentinel comes in a chewable pill form and protects against multiple internal parasites (heartworms, whipworms, hookworms, and roundworms) as well as the development of flea eggs. We will get her in about 3 weeks. I had never heard of Dimmitrol before, but I did some research after reading your comment. Most veterinarians in my area are still prescribing Bravecto, simply because they arent yet comfortable enough with Credelio. (1) Use a natural brewer's yeast + garlic supplement (2) Use a natural flea & tick spray on your pet daily during warm months (3) Treat your yard using a natural product such as diatomaceous earth or Wondercide (4) Check your australian shepherd daily (during warmer months) for fleas and ticks. Simparica may cause neurologic signs such as tremors, unsteadiness and/or seizures in dogs with or without a history of neurologic disorders. If you have a dog you suspect has Giardia, it really is best to see a veterinarian. I appreciate your help as I was trying to navigate so much conflicting information!! Except for the warning about Cats who have close contact with collies, my impression was that you thought K 9 Advantix was safe and effective for Collies. I give Interceptor Plus for HW, but Im conflicted about which direction to go for flea & tick. Whether a dog reacts depends on the dosage of the drug. At least once a week or before we go walking down woodland trails, I also take the precaution to spray my dogs legs and lower body (and my shoes) with Natures Best or Natural Chemistry flea and tick repellent. Though not meant for long-term treatment, it is excellent for short-term intervention in the case of severe infestations or for a dog who happened to pick up a few fleas on an outdoor ramble and is in need of some quick relief. Adverse Reactions. The active ingredients of SimpleGuard 3 are the same as Vectra 3D: dinotefuran, pyriproxifen, and permethrin. Safe for dogs from 1.25 kg; Can be given with our without food; Pork liver flavoured chewable tablet; Safe in heartworm positive dogs; Safe in avermectin-sensitive collies and dogs with the MDR1 gene; Heartworm. We are waiting for the results from her test for the MDR1 gene. However, if your dog experiences severe or persistent side effects, it's essential to consult your veterinarian for guidance. Water-fast after 48 hours. The Whole Dog Journal notes that Ivermectin has the most potential for toxicity.. Best of luck with your new girl! Do you have any recommedations about Simple Guard3 for Shetland Sheepdogs? If you can, its always a good idea to consult with a vet who is knowledgeable about MDR1 and Collies. For instance, some MLs are best tolerated when orally ingested, which meant that a pill form of that particular compound was developed; but moxidectin was just the opposite. You probably already know Frontline Gold can be toxic to cats, since it has a caution on the label, but this is only really a concern if you have a cat who cuddles with or grooms your dogs. I have an Aussie mix and desperately needed some info on this. ProHeart 12 is not effective against adult D. immitis. Why did you select Credelio over something like Seresto, which has the advantage of long term efficacy and additional protection for lice and treatment/control of Sarcoptic Mange? (My dogs dont groom each other or really play that way now that theyre older and settled, so I feel comfortable using topicals now.) I realized that I just replied to another comment from you Im sorry you and your doubly sensitive girl are having such trouble trying to find products that work for her! Most pet parents give heartworm medications in conjunction with flea & tick medications, so Id have given Nexgard a caution label even before the FDA warning came out. Freckles my Aussie/Pyr is such a great dog. And thank you for saying so. Is Simparica Safe for Dogs? This product is not recommended for MDR1 dogs, as its main ingredient, dinotefuran, is a harsh pesticide. Thanks for reply. Im not a veterinarian and would of course recommend that you consult with yours, but I do think that dogs vary individually (just like people) and can react differently to certain medications. My question is about Capstar. Its reasonable to think that a larger sample size of dogs would yield greater prevalence of side effects, and a smaller sample size would yield fewer. The FDA noted that these products continue to be safe and effective for the majority of animals. I am currently fostering 3 rescued puppy mill border collie females with sarcoptic mange. Your thoughts? WSU is the leader inidentifyingdrugs that may be dangerousfor dogs with the MDR1 mutationand can identifyalternative medications and doses. A product this strong may not be best for a dog that has sensitive skin issues, as irritation can develop at the site of application. The collar releases no odor or residue, comes with a quick release catch to prevent accidental choking, and even has safety reflectors. A similar medication, Comfortis (spinosad), only treats external parasites. I hope you get this. Seven Collies sound like a lot of work but also very wonderful! for, I think its brown ticks. From an MDR1 standpoint, Simparica is *technically* safe; but I am leery of it considering the FDA warning about isoxazolines (-laner medications) I discussed in the article. This drug should be avoided in all dogs with the MDR1 mutation. Is the Frontline the one listed in the article ok in a multi dog family where there is a risk of one licking it off the other? Safe in breeding, pregnant and lactating dogs. Capstar specifically targets adult fleas, so it is best paired with a product like Sentinel. Basically, the idea is that heartworms take a few months to develop anyway, so every few months you get your dog tested instead of merely annually and ONLY treat for heartworms if bloodwork reveals that your dog has contracted heartworms. (There are 13 other at-risk breeds including Border Collies, Australian Shepherds, German Shepherds, Shetland Sheepdogs, and Old English Sheepdogs, plus herding breed mixes. . According to Dr. Jean Dodds of Hemopet, researchers and veterinarians thus far cannot point to breed characteristics, age group, drug interactions or genetic mutations as contributing factors to the latest findings that prompted the FDA warning. In other words, the reported adverse reactions to Bravecto had nothing to do with whether or not a dog had MDR1. Another one that still seems to be working good is afoxolaner (Nexgard). According to the Vet UK website, Happy to help! If you havent yet tried Interceptor for heartworm prevention, I would suggest that for you. I need to pivot, and looking at Frontline there are two new Frontline products to combat the flea resistance. That was only 1 out of 4 dogs, but I just feel better in general sticking to topicals. , Thanks for the reply! Just as another concern, I had two cats die from Advantage Multi. However, some of the combination flea+heartworm preventive products (those containing the ingredient, "spinosad") should be used cautiously in dogs that are MDR1 mutant because of a risk of serious drug-drug interactions. Give Hollie Collie a good butt scratch or ear rub from me. Hi there , thank you for putting this information up! The more common complaint with Frontline Plus is that its not strong ENOUGH for a lot of people, since it lacks repellent properties. I have a female 3 year old collie. On the downside, its efficacy only lasts for about a day. Low or high blood sugar. Ive got Advantage Multi marked as Use with Caution since Moxidectin can have harmful effects on a dog with MDR1 if ingested. Positive feedback keeps me writing! All I can tell you is that Ive personally used it for years with no adverse reactions, everyone in my local AKC Collie club has also used it without trouble, and Im not aware of negative reports that have reached the news. Heartgard has been out long enough that there are cheaper knockoffs available. Ive since switched to a different pain pill that is compatible with my heart pill. However, its technically safe so long as it isnt applied past the shoulder blades where your Collie could reach it. Either way, I certainly dont want to risk it for him again. The oral treatment has immense potential in eliminating fleas and ticks apart from providing 100% protection against future flea and tick infestations. If youre someone who lives in a tick-prone area or likes to take your dogs on woodland rambles (like me), this is a letdown. Do you know what the ingredients are in the medicated shampoo? I actually ended up choosing Interceptor Plus along with Credelio after looking at your research and getting some advice from fellow Aussie owners. (Same active ingredients in both.) Im hoping to get a Smoothie myself in the future. Wondercide sounds like an excellent place to start as far as flea and tick prevention, and I hope it will be effective against mosquitoes, too. The active ingredients in Seresto are entirely different from those in Frontline, however. We often go on walks in the woods. I liked your post very informative I have a border collie that I think has the mdr1 gene we are going to have her tested it seems whatever we give her she has a side effect I would like to know if you have any information for pain drugs or natural medicine she has some arthritis and has sprained her leg. What do you know about this? From the standpoint of MDR1 dogs, it is safe. Hi Emily, do you know if panacure is a safe wormer? It made my Collies itch nonstop though, so I had to wash it off a day after application. collies. The parasite protections that target multiple parasites with just one topical application or administration of a pill are extremely appealing due to their convenience. They both have tolerated Bravecto very well.no noticeable side effects. I just had my vet mention the mdr1 gene today in passing. Second, Id like to ask a question if you dont mind. (The Environmental Protection Agency is responsible for approving external flea and tick products.) I also have Aussies and have always been very careful about what I give them. For dogs who have a case of mange or ear mites, the treatment can involve topical applications of compounds containing (you guessed it) Ivermectin. And safe travels to you and Lola in the future. The agency is asking the manufacturers to make the changes to the product labeling in order to provide veterinarians and pet owners with the information they need to make treatment decisions for each pet on an individual basis.. To help with this, the product can be applied in more than one line between the neck and shoulder blades. There are other risks involving Ivermectin. My dogs are on Sentinel right now and Frontline Gold. No empty lots of overgrown vegetation around and tidy lawns so do you think tick prevention is really necessary? they have caused seizures and death in dogs and even some reactions in humans who sleep with their dogs in their beds. No toxicity was seen when affected dogs were given 28 to 35.5 mcg/kg monthly for one year. Took that collar right off her. After doing further research I am very reluctant to give her any of these medications, however, I wasnt finding clear answers on what a safe alternative was until I found your article. This is where this can get tricky with the MDR1 gene mutation. After being ingested by a dog, sarolaner is distributed throughout the body. (If you order online, keep in mind that the company will first have to contact your veterinarian for a prescription to be issued, which may slightly delay the shipping time.). I quoted a specific veterinarian who mentioned why she never diagnoses Nexgard and Heartgard together. The rx I currently use on my dogs is serolaner (Simparica). I recently saw the USA Today headline (I get notifications on my phone) about Seresto collars and made a mental note to read it later and update this article if need be then promptly forgot about it! 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