While very effective,
pyrethrins do absorb into the blood - stream through the skin and can be toxic to the liver and neurological system.
Not exact matches
There are some «herbal» flea treatments available that
do not contain
pyrethrins, but they have not been shown to be effective.
This product doesn't contain toxic
pyrethrin or permethrin.
These are available in methopene only formulations, which you can use around your cat, but most also contain
pyrethrin, so we
do not recommend using these around your cat.
Powders, we just don?t recommend unless they
do not contain any
pyrethrins.
Some cats may
do better with a flea powder containing a
pyrethrin - rotenone combination or carbaryl.
Natural Chemistry Natural Flea & Tick Spray for Dogs is
pyrethrin - free, so you don't have to worry about harsh chemicals on your pet and in the environment.
The first thing the veterinarian may
do is administer activated charcoal to aid in the absorption of the
pyrethrin.
Pyrethrins are inactivated by sunlight, therefore, they
do not provide much residual activity for outdoor use.
It contains natural botanical extract and is
pyrethrin - free, so you don't have to worry about harsh chemicals on your pet and in the environment.
These products
do not have the «knockdown» of the natural
pyrethrins and will not give the initial impression of being as effective as the alcohol - based products.
Any good puppy shampoo with
pyrethrins will
do the trick.
If the toxicity is due to ingestion of
pyrethrin / pyrethroid, such as from grooming behavior, bathing will
do little to nothing to help.
Pet Hacks notes that this formula doesn't contain dangerous
pyrethrins or permethrins.
Pros: Made with safe and natural ingredients,
does not contain
pyrethrins or permethrins, comes in a concentrated formula, easy to mix and apply, contains soothing and moisturizing ingredients, effective against insects in all life stages, can be used on dogs and cats, can be used safely with other products
notes that this formula doesn't contain dangerous
pyrethrins or permethrins.
«Pet parents don't want to use flea and tick products that contain harmful toxins such as
pyrethrins or permethrins on their dogs and cats, which is why our products are made with natural ingredients that are safe and effective for pets, families and the environment,» said Smith about the new Vet's Best products.
And don't forget the outdoors: keep grass cut short, and treat surroundings with a synthetic -
pyrethrin spray concentrate.
The natural formula
does not contain
pyrethrin or permethrin while still effectively killing fleas, larvae, eggs and ticks by contact.
Better Safe Than Sorry Unlike chemical pesticides, natural
pyrethrins, synthetic pyrethroid and citrus products
do not accumulate in the body and therefore can be used repeatedly.
Killing adult fleas in the house can be
done with any of the sprays that include
pyrethrins although care must be taken if there are pets in the house, especially cats.