Hi everyone,
This might be a bit of a daft question: if a dog eats a flea collar, does he become flea-proof himself? I mean, that's quite a massive dose of medication... I'm asking for science.
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Hi there,
Funny question, but unfortunately not: a dog eating a flea collar doesn't turn into a walking repellent himself.
A flea and tick collar is designed to gradually release active ingredients through the skin and coat at a controlled dose. Swallowing it doesn't achieve the same effect and can instead lead to a risk of poisoning, depending on the chemicals in the collar and how much was eaten.
Possible signs after ingestion can include digestive issues (vomiting, diarrhoea), excessive drooling, restlessness, tremors, or other neurological signs. If this happens, it's best to contact a vet quickly with the exact brand of the collar and the amount potentially swallowed.
All the best,
Inès
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