New incident report
Incident Report Number: 2017-7037
Registrant Reference Number: 170099501
Registrant Name (Full Legal Name no abbreviations): Wellmark International
Address: 100 Stone Road West, Suite 111
City: Guelph
Prov / State: Ontario
Country: Canada
Postal Code: N1G5L3
Domestic Animal
Country: CANADA
Prov / State: BRITISH COLUMBIA
PMRA Registration No. 26494 PMRA Submission No. EPA Registration No.
Product Name: Zodiac Powerspot Flea and Tick Control for Dogs Under 14 kg (30 lbs)
Yes
Units: mL
Site: Animal / Usage sur un animal domestique
Animal's Owner
Dog / Chien
Pomeranian Mix
1
Male
13.0
22.0
lbs
Skin
Unknown / Inconnu
<=30 min / <=30 min
System
<=30 min / <=30 min
No
No
Unknown/Inconnu
Treatment / Traitement
(eg. description of the frequency and severity of the symptoms
On June 14, 2017 the dog became symptomatic after the product was applied. The owner wiped off the dog's coat and his symptom resolved. The owner then contacted the Animal Product Safety Service (APSS). The APSS veterinarian stated that permethrins and pyrethroids can cause a tingling sensation to the skin. The APSS veterinarian also stated that some animals are more sensitive to the ingredients than others, and may experience rolling, hiding, vocalization, clingy behavior, lethargy, panting, reluctance to move, or have an abnormal gait (ex. take a few steps, stop, sit down and turn quickly toward their tail). The APSS veterinarian stated that signs often resolve after bathing and with topical applications of vitamin E and cool compresses, but may take up to 24-72 hours. The APSS technician recommended the owner monitor for dermatological signs, apply a cold compress (if signs of irritation appear on the skin), apply vitamin E (topically, if signs of irritation are present), and to call back with questions.
Minor
Signs were expected to be mild and self-limiting.