Ticks

Learn more about the bad guys, and how best to protect your furry companions.

Get the dirt on ticks

The cattle tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis) is endemic in New Zealand, and is commonly found in warmer regions. This tick will attach to and feed from a variety of domestic animals including cattle, sheep, deer, dogs, cats, and horses. On occasion it might also attach to humans, wildlife and bird species.

TIPS FOR PREVENTING TICKS

Use BRAVECTO

Treat dogs with BRAVECTO QUANTUM, BRAVECTO Chew or BRAVECTO Spot-on for Dogs.

Treat cats with BRAVECTO Plus or BRAVECTO Spot-on for Cats.

Ticks like bush and shrub areas

Avoid access to and / or walking your pets in bushy areas and long grass.

Create a barrier between natural areas

If there are ticks around your home, create barriers by cutting bands of vegetation short between your lawn and surrounding natural areas, or use mulch and wood chips to create vegetation-free bands at least a few metres wide.

Remember to check for ticks after returning

When venturing into tick zones, make sure you dress appropriately in long pants and boots. Upon your return, always check your dog or cat, as well as yourself for ticks.

Don’t risk it – be proactive

Use preventative treatment, such as BRAVECTO, all year round.

TIPS FOR PREVENTING TICKS

Use Bravecto

Treat dogs with BRAVECTO QUANTUM, BRAVECTO Chew or BRAVECTO Spot-on for Dogs.

Treat cats with BRAVECTO Plus or BRAVECTO Spot-on for Cats.

Use Bravecto for long lasting protection against ticks in cats and dogs.

Ticks like bush and shrub areas

Cattle tick are most often encountered in long grassy areas where livestock have frequented over the prior months.

Tip for avoiding ticks - avoid bushy areas and long grass.

Create a barrier between natural areas

If possible, avoid areas of scrub or long grass, or pasture that is grazed by livestock.

Remember to check for ticks after returning

When venturing into tick zones, make sure you dress appropriately in long pants and boots. Upon your return, always check your dog or cat, as well as yourself for ticks.

Don’t risk it
– be proactive

Use preventative treatment, such as BRAVECTO, year round.

Treat dogs with BRAVECTO QUANTUM, BRAVECTO Chew, or BRAVECTO Spot-on for Dogs.

Treat cats with BRAVECTO Plus or BRAVECTO Spot-on for Cats.

Always use preventative treatment, such as BRAVECTO, during tick season.

BRAVECTO QUANTUM requires vet authorisation, ACVM no: A011993. BRAVECTO ACVM No’s: A011019, A011261 & A011446.