Eficacia del control de ectoparásitos utilizando una combinación de Ivermectina con Fipronil en perros y gatos atendidos en proyecto Cuidado Responsable.

Abstract

The present investigation was carried out in Cerro San Eduardo in the city of Guayaquil, province of Guayas, during the months of November and December 2022. Based on the prevalence of ectoparasites present in the sector through previous studies of dermatological problems in pets. of the area. A verification of the combination of ivermectin plus fipronil was carried out to demonstrate the effectiveness of the product in the control of ectoparasites in pets treated in the Responsible Care Project. The product was applied to 91 pets: 81 dogs and 10 cats. the calculation of the product 12 drops per kilograms of live weight was obtained, it was placed by opening the fur from the neck to the base of the tail and a follow-up was maintained with visits at 7 and 14 days post application of the product, giving as a result, positive effects having 90% effectiveness in the first week and 78% in the second week, taking into account that the factors that affected the effectiveness are unrelated to the product and the responsibility of the tutors who did not achieve this is taken into account. the guidelines and recommendations given at the time of being treated, such as comprehensive deworming and environmental management. The product was effective and safe with no side effects on pets.