Adams Stripe-On Flea Control for Cats and Ferrets
Risk Level:
Use only when chemical control is needed Description:
Topical liquid flea treatment for cats and ferrets
Chemicals:
Pyriproxyfen --
Pyriproxyfen, like S-Methoprene, is an IGR and has very little toxic effect on humans. According to EPA, pyriproxyfen has a very low acute toxicity and is classified as "Group E: Evidence of non-carcinogenicity for humans." [source] Pyriproxyfen is listed as a least-toxic chemical control by the Integrated Pest Management Practitioner. And it is listed on EcoWise Certified IPM Program Materials List.
Toxicity:
- Safer chemical -- however, all pesticides should be used with caution and in consultation with a veterinarian.
Safer Alternatives:
- Wash bedding in hot, soapy water once a week.
- Vacuum the home once a week. Empty the vacuum bag and dispose its contents.
- Comb daily with a fine-toothed flea comb and rinse the comb teeth in hot, soapy water between strokes.
- Look for repellent sprays made with essential oils of lemongrass, cedarwood, peppermint, rosemary or thyme.
- For more tips on safer flea and tick management, see How to Control Fleas and Ticks Without Chemicals.
Chemical Index
- 1,4-Dioxane
- Arsenic
- Asbestos
- Atrazine
- Bisphenol A (BPA)
- Carbaryl
- Chlorpyrifos
- Diesel
- Dioxins
- Endosulfan
- Fluoride
- Formaldehyde
- Hexavalent Chromium
- Lead
- Lindane
- Mercury
- Methylene chloride (dichloromethane)
- n-hexane
- Nanomaterials
- Ozone
- Parabens
- Perchlorate
- Perchloroethylene (Tetrachloroethylene, PERC, PCE)
- Phthalates
- Propoxur (Flea and Tick Pesticide)
- Pyrethrins
- Pyrethroids
- Styrene
- Sulfur Dioxide
- TDCP/TCEP (Chlorinated Flame Retardants)
- Tetrachlorvinphos (Flea and Tick Pesticide)
- Trichloroethylene (TCE)
- Triclosan and Triclocarban (Antibacterials)
