Do all dog spot-on preparations contain permethrin?
No, there are a number of spot-on preparations, including FRONTLINE Spot On, which do not contain permethrin. What should I do if I think my cat may have come into contact with permethrin? Wash the affected area using a mild detergent. If your cat shows any clinical signs, seek immediate veterinary advice. Emergency treatment may be necessary. Can permethrin poisoning be cured? There is no antidote to permethrin. Treatment comprises controlling the clinical signs, usually by sedation, and removing surface permethrin by washing. Animals may need intravenous fluids and anti-seizure medication. Unfortunately, even with intense treatment and nursing some cats die. My cat and dog live together in the same house, is it safe to use a permethrin spot-on on my dog? The safest option if you are using a permethrin-containing product on your dog is to keep the pets apart until the dog’s treatment has dried. This is to prevent mutual grooming which could result in poisoning if your cat became expos
