Protecting companion and farm animals against serious diseases, including zoonoses, parasiticides are an essential pillar of animal health and public health. However, excessive or inappropriate use can also present risks. This is why we partner with veterinarians, farmers, and pet owners for reasoned and appropriate prescription and use, strictly limited to the actual parasitic risks of the animal.

VITAL PROTECTION, GLOBAL RISK: MANAGING THE PARASITIC BALANCE

Animals are constantly exposed to internal and external parasites (ticks, fleas, worms, etc.) that threaten their health and well-being. The use of antiparasitics is therefore crucial, not only for animal welfare but also to prevent the transmission of diseases to humans. Nevertheless, this necessity comes with risks: excessive application can accelerate the emergence of resistance in parasites, have environmental consequences, and lead to risks for users handling the products. A delicate balance is therefore imperative, forcing us to adopt a reasoned approach between potential benefits and risks.

A TAILORED RESPONSE FOR EACH CASE

Parasite protection must never be an automatic action. It requires an individualized approach, adjusted to the unique profile of each animal: its species, age, lifestyle, and environment. To meet this complexity, we offer a wide range of solutions allowing veterinarians to develop custom control programs. This approach aims to optimize the effectiveness of protection while limiting the use of treatments to what is strictly necessary. This is the "No More, No Less" principle, which minimizes the risks of resistance, as well as the impact on the animal's surroundings and its environment.

LET'S DO IT SMART: THE PARTNER TOOL FOR DIAGNOSIS AND CUSTOMIZATION

The responsible use of antiparasitics relies on sustainable control strategies, based on accurate diagnostics and regular monitoring. The veterinarian is the essential partner in this reasoned approach: they are best placed to guarantee the use of the right product, for the right animal, at the right time, and at the right dosage. With our global program, Let’s Do It Smart, we provide them with essential practical tools for developing these custom programs, whether for companion animals or farm animals. Our role is to strengthen their expertise with concrete tools.

INNOVATING AND EDUCATING: ENSURING THE SUSTAINABLE EFFICACY OF ANTIPARASITICS

To preserve the efficacy of antiparasitics, we systematically prioritize diagnosis and prevention. For farm animals, we encourage a sustainable and integrated approach to parasite management, based on a preliminary study of the farm and the alternation of treatments. Our Flexibag^® and Farmpack^® tools guarantee the administration of precise doses, ensuring better user protection and limiting the dosage. We also raise awareness among companion animal owners about the risks, the importance of prevention, and adjusting protection to the actual risk. Finally, our teams actively contribute to the discussions and publications led by the working groups of AnimalhealthEurope and HealthforAnimals to advance medical knowledge.