Flea and Tick Guard – Gentle
€ 19,95
Extra mild, cat-safe insect repellent spray for cats, puppies and sensitive animals. Based on lavender hydrosol, microdoses of cedarwood and geranium, quassia extract and a microdose of neem. Effective, without the liver load that regular essential oils cause in cats.
- Completely cat-safe formula
- With geranium, cedarwood & lavender hydrosol
- Supports natural resistance to fleas and ticks
- Extra gentle on sensitive animals
Description
This product supports protection against fleas and environmental insects in cats, puppies and sensitive animals that do not tolerate more intensive essential oil formulas. Specially formulated with cat physiology as a starting point.
Why a separate formula for cats?
Cats lack the liver enzyme glucuronyl transferase, which breaks down many terpenes and phenols. Essential oils in normal concentrations that are safe for dogs can lead to liver stress, neurological stimulation or toxicity in cats. This also applies to substances such as tea tree, eucalyptus, clove and high doses of cedarwood.
Gentle Flea & Tick Guard therefore works primarily via lavender hydrolate: the aqueous distillate of lavender that does not contain the volatile terpenes, but does contain scent components that disturb insect orientation. The microdoses of cedarwood and geranium are carefully dosed below the thresholds for cat liver safety. Quassia extract provides the insect-repellent bitter substances without enzymatic load.
Composition
Lavender hydrosol
Basis of the formula. No free terpenes, but odor components that disturb insect orientation. Safe for cat liver.
Cedarwood (microdosing)
Cedrol component interferes with sensory orientation of fleas. Dosed below the safety threshold for cats.
Geranium (microdosing)
Geraniol has tick-repellent properties. In microdosing safe and effective in cats.
Quassia Extract
Bitter substances with insect repellent effect, no liver burden.
Neem (micro amount)
Supports insect repellent in minimal, cat-safe concentration.
Usage
- Spray lightly on the coat, avoiding eyes, ears and mucous membranes.
- Suitable for cats, kittens (>10 weeks), puppies and sensitive dogs.
- Can also be used on sleeping places and baskets.
- Can be combined with the Intense Flea & Tick Guard in the area.
Why NGD Care Gentle Flea & Tick Guard?
| NGD Care Gentle Flea & Tick Guard | Regular flea sprays for cats | |
|---|---|---|
| Developed by veterinarian | Rarely | |
| Quality raw materials | 100% organic, ethically sourced, reputable suppliers, free from synthetic perfumes | Quality variable, synthetic additives common |
| Cat liver safety | Central to the formulation | Often not specifically addressed |
| Active ingredients named | Yes, explained | Rarely |
| Personal guidance | No |
Comparison based on generally available product information.
Developed and clinically substantiated by Stefan Veenstra DVM, integrative veterinarian and founder of NGD Care. More about Stefan
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Lavender Hydrosol, Quassia Extract, Neem Oil
- Microdosing Cedarwood and Geranium Essential Oil
Additions
- Solubol, Leucidal
Dosage and use
- Cat dosage
- High season
- Spray 1x every day
- Low season
- 1-2× per week
- High season
- Manual
- Spray in palm or on brush/comb
- Gently rub neck, backline, flanks and tail base
- Do not spray directly on cat
- Avoid eyes, nose and mouth
- Side effect
- slight sneeze reaction on first use
- Brief restlessness due to scent stimulus (especially in young cats)
- occasional: mild skin redness or extra washing/licking
Literature
- Nerio, L.S., et al. (2010). Repellent activity of essential oils: A review. Bioresource Technology
- Iqbal, Z., et al. (2014). Geraniol as a natural repellent against external parasites. Veterinary Parasitology
- Ellis, B. et al. (2015). Repellent and toxic effects of cedarwood oils. Journal of Economic Entomology
- Singh, R., et al. (2012). Azadirachtin and neem-based formulations for ectoparasite control. Parasitology Research
- Melo, C.R., et al. (2018). Insecticidal potential of Quassia amara extracts. Industrial Crops & Products
- Baratta, M.T., et al. (1998). Complementary activity between hydrosols and essential oils. Journal of Applied Microbiology
- European Chemicals Agency (ECHA, 2021). Safety profiles of geraniol and cedarwood oil.
Disclaimer
- Essential oils are natural products that can be used to support well-being. They are not a substitute for veterinary care or prescription medication.
- In case of persistent or serious complaints, pregnancy, lactation or in young animals, always consult a veterinarian or qualified therapist.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Only use according to advice and always apply diluted, unless otherwise indicated.
- Always use essential oils in animals with care. Animals have a different metabolism than humans and can react more sensitively. Always observe your animal after use and stop at signs of hypersensitivity.
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