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Although we have already left summer behind, the high temperatures mean that we have to continue keeping antiparasitics in mind in autumn. Collars, pipettes, and powder and spray solutions are necessary to keep mites, mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas away from our pet. And of course, the sand fly, transmitter of leishmaniasis. autumn mites Have you ever heard of fall mites? They are called that because the larvae hatch at this time of year. They are barely noticeable in life since they measure 0.2 mm. They are red-orange in color and live in the soil and subsoil, and can reach depths of up to 1 meter to protect themselves from low temperatures. They lurk among the vegetation in the autumn season, and can pose a serious risk to our pets due to the reactions and infections caused by their bites. Veterinary centers warn that the first symptoms are usually vomiting and apathy, which could be life-threatening if action is not taken in time. It is recommended to minimize walks through areas with lush vegetation until temperatures drop December.
The case of walks through mountains, forests, etc., it is recommended to carry out a thorough examination of our pet upon arriving home to detect possible larval plaques. In animals, they take refuge in the most protected areas: armpits, groin, ears, eyelids, corners of the eyes and in the interdigital space. To eliminate them, you only need to rub the affected area with a gauze impregnated with an CZ Leads antiparasitic agent and they will remain attached to the gauze since they do not embed themselves in the skin like ticks. We recommend the use of natural antiparasitics since they are delicate areas (eye contours, corner of the mouth...). In addition, the area will be irritated by the bites of the larvae of these autumn mites, so it is not advisable to use toxic and irritating products. autumn mites around the eye autumn mites on the skin Images from PortalVeterinaria, you can consult the full article here . Parasites in autumn The rise in temperatures in recent years (between 1 and 2 degrees on average in the main Spanish cities) means that we cannot let our guard down and we have to continue resorting to antiparasitics in autumn. It should not be overlooked that some parasites such as fleas decrease their population in autumn and winter but do not disappear. They can complete their reproduction cycle from a minimum temperature of 13 degrees.
In the case of ticks , although some varieties are more frequent with high temperatures, others are active throughout the year. On the other hand, mosquitoes , such as the sand fly (transmitter of leishmaniasis) need warm environments. A common climate throughout the year in areas with a temperate climate, such as the Mediterranean coast or the Canary Islands. Antiparasitics in autumn If you want to continue keeping mites, fleas, mosquitoes and ticks away, use antiparasitic pipettes and collars in autumn . They will help you prevent bites and protect the health of your dog or cat. Combine the collars, to protect your pet's head and neck, with the pipettes for the back. Especially in medium and large animals that, due to their size, need more coverage. In small dogs and cats, the collar alone may be sufficient. You can reinforce the protection by using antiparasitic powders and sprays to protect the area where our pet rests (its bed, blanket, food bowl area...) and to spray on our dog before the walk and reinforce its protection. At Disane we have a range of toxic-free antiparasitic solutions for your pet. They all contain neem extract, a natural insecticide that has an active protective effect for 90 days. Take a look here to eliminate toxins from your routine.