Date Received: 25-03-2024
Date Accepted: 16-04-2025
Date Published: 28-03-2025
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Evaluation of Practical Effectiveness of Selamectin for Treatment Fleas and Ear Mites in Dogs and Cats
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Ha Tu Quynh
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Nong Thi Mai Hong
2
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Bui Thi Huyen Thuong
3
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Le Thi Lan Anh
4
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Nguyen Thi Hoang Yen
5
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Nguyen Thi Hong Chien
2
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Duong Thanh Lam
6
Keywords
Selamectin, revolution fleas, ear mites, dog, cat
Abstract
In this study, we evaluated the therapeutic efficacy of a topical formulation of Selamectin (spot-on) against two ectoparasites: fleas and ear mites in dogs and cats. A total of 45 dogs and cats were selected and treated with Selamectin (Revolution®, Zoetis) applied to the base of the neck following the manufacturer's instructions at the recommended dosage of 6 mg/kg body weight. Treatments were administered on days 0 and 14, and efficacy was assessed based on the presence of ectoparasites (fleas and ear mites) before and after treatment. The efficacy against fleas was 71,43%, 100% in dogs, and 87,5%, 100% in cats on days 14 (after the first dose) and 28 (after the second dose), respectively. For ear mites in cats, a single dose of Selamectin completely eliminated (100%) the infestation within 14 days post-treatment.
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