Description
Hartz® UltraGuard Plus™ Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs and Puppies with Reflect-X Shield™ kills and repels both fleas and ticks for 7 months plus it kills and prevents flea eggs for up to 7 months, thereby stopping the flea life cycle and preventing reinfestation. The Reflect-X Shield™ focuses the pesticide towards your pet and away from you. Additionally, the Reflect-X Shield™ reflects direct light for up to 450 feet for an added dimension of nighttime safety. Water resistant. For use on puppies 6 weeks of age and older.
READ ENTIRE LABEL BEFORE EACH USE.
USE ONLY ON DOGS.
Directions for Use
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
REMOVE COLLAR FROM PACKAGE, UNROLL AND STRETCH TO ACTIVATE INSECTICIDE GENERATOR. As the collar begins to work, a fine white powder will appear on the surface.
Do not use on puppies under 6 weeks old. Do not unroll collar until ready to use. Place the Hartz® UltraGuard Plus™ Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs and Puppies with Reflect-X Shield™ around the dog’s neck, adjust for proper fit, and buckle in place. The collar must be worn loosely to allow for growth of the dog and to permit the collar to move about the neck. A properly fitted collar is one that, when fastened, will snugly slide over the pet’s head. Leave 2 or 3 inches on the collar for extra adjustment and cut off and dispose of the extra length.
Consult a veterinarian before using this product on debilitated, aged, or medicated animals. If used on pregnant or nursing dogs, do not replace collar until the puppies are at least 6 weeks old.
Sensitivity may occur after using ANY pesticide product for pets. Some animals may become irritated by any collar if it is applied too tightly. If this occurs, loosen the collar. If irritation continues, remove the collar from the animal. If signs of sensitivity occur, remove the collar and bathe your pet with mild soap and rinse with large amounts of water. If signs continue, consult a veterinarian immediately. Do not use this product on animals simultaneously or within 30 days before or after treatment with or exposure to cholinesterase inhibiting drugs, pesticides, or chemicals. However, flea and tick collars may be immediately replaced.
This collar is intended for use only as an insecticide/IGR generator.
The collar will begin to kill fleas, ticks and flea eggs and larvae immediately. Its full protection against harder to kill ticks will be built up within a few days after being placed on the pet. For continuous flea and tick protection under normal conditions replace the collar every seven months. Under conditions where pets are exposed to severe flea and tick infestations, it may be necessary to replace the collar more frequently.
Wetting will not impair the collar’s effectiveness or the pet’s protection. If the pet goes swimming or is out in the rain it is not necessary to remove the collar. The Hartz® UltraGuard Plus™ Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs and Puppies with Reflect-X Shield™ may be worn with a regular collar.
Precautionary Statements
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS
CAUTION: Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
First Aid
Contains an organophosphate that inhibits cholinesterase.
If Swallowed: Call a Poison Control Center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a Poison Control Center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
If On Skin Or Clothing: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a Poison Control Center or doctor for treatment advice.
If In Eyes: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a Poison Control Center or doctor for treatment advice.
Have the product container or label with you when calling a Poison Control Center or doctor, or going for treatment.
Note to Physicians and Veterinarians: This product contains an organophosphate and may cause cholinesterase inhibition. Cholinergic symptoms may include salivation, miosis, incoordination, muscle fasciculation and/or weakness, vomiting and diarrhea. Atropine is antidotal. 2-PAM may be effective as an adjunct to atropine.
Storage and Disposal
Storage: Store at room temperature
Disposal: Do not use empty pouch. Place in trash or offer for recycling if available.
Active Ingredients
- Tetrachlorvinphos 14.55%
- (S)-methoprene 1.02%
- OTHER INGREDIENTS 84.43%
- TOTAL 100.00%
For More Information
Call our flea and tick experts at 1-800-275-1414.
EPA Registration Number
2596-139
Net Contents
1.16 oz. (33g)
