Dog Owner Survey

Surveyed dog owners prefer 360-degree protection

Survey Details

More than 2,000 U.S. dog owners were surveyed for parasite awareness, knowledge and level of concern, as well as product coverage, cost, convenience and more.


Concerned about tapeworms and whipworms :

  • Tapeworms had the second highest unaided awareness of worms among surveyed dog owners, second only to heartworms.1
  • More than half of surveyed dog owners aware of intestinal worms considered tapeworms and whipworms a health threat to their dog.1
  • 37% of surveyed dog owners were concerned their dog could be infected with tapeworms, which was only 6% less than those concerned about heartworm infection.1

Preferred 360-degree parasite coverage :

Would react negatively to less worm coverage than expected:

Don’t leave gaps in your patients’ coverage

Contact your Elanco sales representative to learn more about 360-degree parasite protection for your clients.

Indications for Interceptor Plus

Interceptor Plus is indicated for the prevention of heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis and for the treatment and control of adult roundworm (Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina), adult hookworm (Ancylostoma caninum), adult whipworm (Trichuris vulpis), and adult tapeworm (Taenia pisiformis, Echinococcus multilocularis, Echinococcus granulosus and Dipylidium caninum) infections in dogs and puppies 6 weeks of age or older and 2 pounds of body weight or greater.

Important Safety Information for Interceptor Plus

Treatment with fewer than 6 monthly doses after the last exposure to mosquitoes may not provide complete heartworm prevention. Prior to administration of Interceptor Plus, dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infections. The safety of Interceptor Plus has not been evaluated in dogs used for breeding or in lactating females. The following adverse reactions have been reported in dogs after administration of milbemycin oxime or praziquantel: vomiting, diarrhea, depression/lethargy, ataxia, anorexia, convulsions, weakness, and salivation. For full prescribing information see Interceptor Plus package insert.


Indications for Credelio

Credelio kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis) and the treatment and control of tick infestations [Amblyomma americanum (lone star tick), Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick), Ixodes scapularis (black-legged tick) and Rhipicephalus sanguineus (brown dog tick)] for one month in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older and weighing 4.4 pounds or greater.

Important Safety Information for Credelio

Lotilaner is a member of the isoxazoline class. This class has been associated with neurologic adverse reactions including tremors, ataxia, and seizures. Seizures have been reported in dogs receiving this class of drugs, even in dogs without a history of seizures. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. The safe use of Credelio in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. The most frequently reported adverse reactions are weight loss, elevated blood urea nitrogen, polyuria, and diarrhea. For full prescribing information see Credelio package insert.