Ultrum Tick & Flea Powder 100g

Ultrum Tick & Flea Powder 100g

Ultrum Tick & Flea Powder is a perfumed, talc-based insecticidal powder for killing fleas, ticks, feather mites, red mites and lice on dogs, cats and birds. It suits South African pet owners and bird keepers who want one powder for the animal, its bedding and the surrounding home. The 100 g pack is easy to keep on hand for regular preventive treatments.

Key Benefits

• Kills fleas and ticks, and also targets feather mites, red mites and lice.
• Helps control flea and tick infestations, and regular use can help prevent parasitic infestations from taking hold.
• The manufacturer states it eliminates 100% of fleas within 24 hours.
• By keeping fleas under control, it helps reduce the risk of flea allergy dermatitis.
• Helps prevent mites, red mites and lice on birds.
• Formulated for use on puppies and kittens.
• Pleasantly perfumed, and described by the manufacturer as safe for the pets it is intended for.
• Can also be used on pet bedding and carpets, so you can treat the pet's surroundings as well as the pet.

How to Use

For dogs and cats:

• Dust the powder liberally over the coat.
• Work it well into the coat so it spreads properly.
• Apply powder to your pet's bedding and sleeping area as well.
• Use it in your vacuum cleaner too. Sprinkle some powder into the vacuum bag before vacuuming, and fleas and their eggs that are sucked up will die.

The powder can also be used on carpets.

For birds and poultry:

• Hold the bird by its legs and powder it lightly from above.
• Do not over-expose birds to the fine powder. Excessive dusting can cause suffocation.

Precautions:

• For topical, animal use only.
• Not to be ingested. If accidental ingestion occurs, talk to your vet immediately.
• Do not apply to broken skin.
• Avoid applying near the eyes and face.
• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage

• Dogs and cats: apply liberally to the coat and repeat every six to seven days.
• Severe infestations: repeat the treatment every four days.
• Birds and poultry: a light dusting from above only.

Suitable For

• Dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens.
• Birds and poultry, applied lightly.
• Rodents, according to the manufacturer's safety information.
• Pet bedding, sleeping areas and carpets.

Specifications

• Active ingredient: Propoxur
• Form: perfumed, talc-based insecticidal powder
• Targets: fleas, ticks, feather mites, red mites and lice

What's Included

• One 100 g (3.5 oz) pack of Ultrum Tick & Flea Powder

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I apply Ultrum Tick & Flea Powder to my dog or cat?
Repeat the treatment every six to seven days. For severe infestations, repeat it every four days.

Can I use it on puppies and kittens?
Yes. The manufacturer states it is safe for puppies and kittens. Follow the directions for use and avoid the eyes and face.

Can I use it on birds?
Yes. Hold the bird by its legs and powder it lightly from above. Do not over-dust, as too much of the fine powder can cause suffocation.

Which parasites does it target?
It targets fleas, ticks, feather mites, red mites and lice.

Can I treat bedding and carpets with it?
Yes. Dust it on your pet's bedding and sleeping area, and on carpets. You can also sprinkle some into your vacuum cleaner bag before vacuuming, so fleas and their eggs that are sucked up will die.

What should I do if my pet swallows some powder?
The powder is not to be ingested. If accidental ingestion happens, talk to your vet immediately.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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