Parasite control for NZ dog daycare and catteries

Introduction

Good kennels and catteries ask for current parasite prevention because shared spaces raise exposure. A little prep keeps check-in smooth and your pet comfortable while you are away.

Before check-in

Confirm the facility’s requirements for flea, tick and worm cover. Dose a few days before arrival so protection is active. Reweigh pets and buy the correct band. If your next dose falls mid-stay, leave it with written instructions and label it with your pet’s name.

What to pack

• A copy of recent dose dates

• Your next dose if due during the stay

• A familiar bed cover to reduce stress

• A small brush or flea comb

While your pet is boarding

Most facilities vacuum and wash bedding regularly. If your pet wears a collar, make sure it is snug and stays on. For cats on spot-ons, ask staff to keep cats apart until the application site is dry.

Pick-up day

Do a quick hands-on check in the car park and again at home. Rinse and dry travel rugs. Keep your usual weekly vacuum and bedding wash going for a few weeks in case hidden stages come home on soft items.

Products we trust

Dogs

• Monthly fleas and ticks: NexGard Chewables for Dogs

• Monthly all-in-one: Simparica Trio Chewable Tablet for Dogs

• Longer-acting fleas and ticks: Bravecto Chew for Dogs

• On-pet option: Seresto Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs

Cats

• Broad monthly spot-on: Revolution Plus Spot-On for Cats

• Longer-acting fleas and ticks: Bravecto Spot-On for Cats

• Simple monthly option: Revolution Topical Solution for Cats

Safety basics

• Match species, weight band and minimum age

• Do not stack different preventives unless your vet advises

• Store products cool and dry, not in a hot car before check-in

FAQ

The facility spotted a flea on pick-up. What now
Stay on schedule and run your usual weekly clean at home. For a checklist tailored to your booking dates, contact us.