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2.0 out of 5 starsDisappointing Performance and Questionable Efficacy: A Review of Seresto Collar for Dogs and Cats
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2024
As a conscientious pet owner, I've always sought out the best protection for my furry companions against ticks and fleas. With high hopes and trust in the Seresto brand, I purchased the Seresto collar for big dogs, expecting reliable, long-lasting defense against these pesky parasites. However, my experience with this product has left me profoundly disappointed and deeply concerned for the well-being of my pets.
Firstly, the collar's performance fell significantly short of the manufacturer's promises. Instead of the advertised eight months of protection, the collar stopped working entirely after a mere six months. This premature failure not only rendered the product ineffective but also left my pets vulnerable to tick and flea infestations.
Moreover, despite diligently fitting the collars snugly around my pets' necks, I observed a disturbing prevalence of ticks around their necks and bodies. Even after replacing the ineffective collar with a new one from Amazon, the outcome remained unchanged—ticks persisted, inflicting discomfort and posing health risks to my beloved animals.
Regrettably, the disappointments did not end there. My puppy, outfitted at first with the appropriate Seresto collar for small dogs, continued to suffer from tick bites, despite wearing the collar intended for larger breeds. Shockingly, the ticks were not only present on his body but also managed to embed themselves in his skin, leaving behind painful red spots (see picture). Even my cats, fitted with Seresto cat collars, did not seem to experience any reprieve from the onslaught of ticks.
Adding insult to injury, the exorbitant cost of these collars, particularly in the USA where prices are double those in Europe, only exacerbates the frustration of their inefficacy. For a product marketed as a premium solution, the disparity in pricing and performance is simply unacceptable.
Tragically, the ultimate consequence of this failed protection was the loss of one of my young dogs to Ehrlichiosis (only 2 years old!)—a devastating reminder of the stakes involved in effective parasite control. Despite my earnest hopes that the Seresto collar would safeguard my pets' health, its inability to deliver on this promise has left me grappling with profound disappointment and grief.
In conclusion, my experience with the Seresto collar for big dogs has been marred by ineffectiveness, exorbitant costs, and, most distressingly, the tragic loss of a beloved pet. As a discerning consumer and devoted pet owner, I cannot in good conscience recommend this product to others seeking reliable tick and flea protection for their furry companions.
