Flea and tick treatments for dogs and cats may be harming wildlife

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Feb 22, 2026, 1:24 am46 pts
Flea and tick medications trusted by pet owners worldwide may have an unexpected environmental cost. Scientists found that active ingredients from isoxazoline treatments pass into pet feces, exposing dung-feeding insects to toxic chemicals. These insects are essential for nutrient cycling and soil health. The…

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