Scalibor collars are highly effective at protecting dogs against Leishmania. They contain deltamethrin, an insecticide and repellent that prevents sand flies—the carriers of the Leishmania parasite—from biting your dog.
Key points on how they protect your dog:
- Anti-feeding Action: The collar repels sand flies, significantly reducing the risk of them transmitting the parasite during a blood meal.
- Proven Efficacy: Studies show it reduces sand fly blood-feeding by up to 90%.
- Duration: The collar typically provides active protection against sand flies for 5 to 6 months (though some formulations/guidelines suggest longer tick/mosquito
Spanish rescue shelters are always desperate for Scalibor collars to protect their dogs in the summer. Please consider purchasing some for them.
Where in the world dogs are at risk from contracting leishmania.