Earth Animal Apothecary Natural Flea & Tick Herbal Collar for Dogs, Small: Up to 20-in neck
In a Nutshell
- Wearability concerns and low effectiveness
- Strong mint smell causing skin irritation and discomfort
- Size is not accurate
Quick Verdict
The Earth Animal Apothecary Natural Flea & Tick Herbal Collar is not effective for flea and tick control and has strong, unpleasant smells.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Strong peppermint smell causes irritation and drooling in pets.
Prevention: Avoid using this product on pets. Opt for a different organic flea control product mentioned in the reviews
Collar size runs large, which can be a choking hazard for smaller pets.
Prevention: Carefully adjust the collar before placing it around the dog's neck to ensure it fits properly.
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Speeds up soothing recovery (1)
User mentions something last for 3 months. So owners are willing to see a recovery.
Cons
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Strong Peppermint Smell (1) critical
Users have reported strong and unpleasant smells from the collar, causing discomfit and irritation to pets
Tip: Try a naturally made ointment sooth after using herbal collars
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Ineffective in Flea Control (2) critical
The collar is mentioned to be ineffective as a repellent
Tip: Use a combination of flea bath or herbs
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Size issues (1) minor
The mentioned dimensions of the collar were not valid
Quality Trend: Declining
Quality perception seems to have worsened, based on reviews and significant negative sentiment.
mixed but generally more positive
strongly negative
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Pet owners seeking natural flea control — Those who wish to try something natural and overtime get to balance out the strong smells and natures healing does.
✗ Skip If
- • Pet owners looking for immediate and reliable flea control — May not be effective but would try solving the problems by looking up alternatives or calming solutions
Durability & Care
Factors: Intense weather conditions and high exposure to temperatures ranging above normal climate.
Cleaning Methods
Care Tips from Users
- 💡 combine with other countermeasures
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Does the collar have a strong smell?
Yes, it has a strong peppermint smell which causes irritation and discomfort for pets.
Is the collar effective in repelling fleas and ticks
No, users reported fleas and ticks even after prolonged use under optimal maintenance.
Highlighted Reviews
"No problems so far. Runs big. The small would fit a much larger dog."
"It had a very strong peppermint smell. As soon as I put it around her neck she started licking her lips. She was drooling. So I took it right off of her."
Bottom Line
Due to the repeated issues with effectiveness and strong unpleasant smells, availing some natural alternative would be better. Avoid this product for flea and tick control.