Section 1: Pregnancy-Safe Parasite Control
- Critical Timeframes (ESCCAP Verified)
- ✅ Optimal phase: Mid-pregnancy (21-35 days)
- 🚫 High-risk period: Avoid most treatments during early gestation (0-20 days)
- Ingredient Safety
- Category A:
- Fipronil: 99.2% ovicidal efficacy, safe for all trimesters
- Imidacloprid: Early-pregnancy首选 with lactation compatibility
- Category C (Banned):
- Organophosphates: 7x higher risk of neural tube defects
- Category A:
Section 2: Clinical Application Standards
1. Pre-Treatment Prep
- Bathe 48h prior to enhance sebaceous secretion
- Use veterinary-grade scale (±0.1kg accuracy)
2. Precision Application
- Site: 3rd-5th cervical vertebrae (non-lickable zone)
- Technique:
- Part fur to expose skin
- Apply directly perpendicular
- Distribute in 3 aliquots
3. Post-Treatment Care
- Monitor for 48h:
- Use soft E-collar to prevent abdominal pressure
- Check rectal temperature bid (seek help if >103°F)
Section 3: Special Scenarios
Multiple Gestation:
- Use single-dose packs only (no splitting)
- Isolate from other cats for 24h
Stray Cat Rescue:
- Prioritize imidacloprid+fluralaner combos (8-week protection)