Live adult HW cause direct
mechanical irritation of the intima and pulmonary arterial walls, leading to perivascular cuffing with inflammatory cells, including infiltration of high numbers of eosinophils.
Keep in mind that ingestion of any type of plant, even if considered «non-toxic,» may cause stomach upset due to
mechanical irritation from the plant material alone.
Some of the causative factors in true diarrhea are: pancreatic insufficiency, chemical or
mechanical irritation of intestinal linings, parasites, microorganisms, and a psychosomatic condition related to the «high - strung,» emotional make - up of the German Shepherd Dog.
Besides candy, the Easter basket and plastic decorative hay can also be ingested and
cause mechanical irritation to the stomach and intestines.
Many dogs and cats can harbor ectoparasites such as mites, lice, and fleas and are not bothered by their presence unless parasitic numbers are causing
mechanical irritation.
The instructional leaflet that comes with the product does mention «Slight hair loss and mild skin reactions due to
the mechanical irritation of the collar may occur at the application site which usually recover within 1 or 2 weeks without the need for collar removal.»