Parasite prep for wet weeks in New Zealand

Introduction

After rain, warm indoor rooms and damp mats help flea stages hatch, and ticks stay active on bush edges. Keep prevention on schedule and make drying a habit so moisture does not undo your good work.

Drying routines that matter

Rinse off mud, then towel dry to the skin, not just the surface. Open the coat with your fingers on long or double coats. Air door mats and car rugs in the sun when the weather breaks. Run a dehumidifier in small rooms if they stay damp.

Weekly rhythm during wet spells

• Vacuum rugs, skirting and sofa seams and empty the vacuum outside

• Hot wash pet bedding and dry thoroughly

• Shake out crate liners and travel blankets and let them air

Walks and tick checks

Stick to paths where you can. After reserves or long grass, do a two minute tick check: ear edges, under the collar, armpits, groin, between toes, tail base.

Make the schedule stick

Pick one house dose day. Treat every pet on that date and set a phone reminder. Store products cool and dry, away from damp sheds or glovebox heat.

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. Avoid stacking different preventives unless your vet advises.

FAQ

We saw a few fleas after a week of rain. Is that normal
Yes. Keep dosing on time and follow the drying and cleaning rhythm for the next few months.
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