{"id":130579,"date":"2022-06-21T10:01:50","date_gmt":"2022-06-21T10:01:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/"},"modified":"2022-06-21T10:01:50","modified_gmt":"2022-06-21T10:01:50","slug":"do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Seresto collars have serial numbers?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Do_Seresto_collars_have_serial_numbers\" title=\"Do Seresto collars have serial numbers?\">Do Seresto collars have serial numbers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Where_is_the_serial_number_on_a_Seresto_collar\" title=\"Where is the serial number on a Seresto collar?\">Where is the serial number on a Seresto collar?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Where_is_the_expiration_date_on_Seresto_collar\" title=\"Where is the expiration date on Seresto collar?\">Where is the expiration date on Seresto collar?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Are_there_counterfeit_Seresto_collars\" title=\"Are there counterfeit Seresto collars?\">Are there counterfeit Seresto collars?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Is_there_an_expiration_date_on_Seresto\" title=\"Is there an expiration date on Seresto?\">Is there an expiration date on Seresto?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Do_fake_Seresto_collars_work\" title=\"Do fake Seresto collars work?\">Do fake Seresto collars work?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Does_a_Seresto_collar_have_an_expiration_date\" title=\"Does a Seresto collar have an expiration date?\">Does a Seresto collar have an expiration date?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Do_flea_collars_have_expiration_dates\" title=\"Do flea collars have expiration dates?\">Do flea collars have expiration dates?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#What_does_a_fake_Seresto_collar_look_like\" title=\"What does a fake Seresto collar look like?\">What does a fake Seresto collar look like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Does_Walmart_sell_the_real_Seresto_flea_collars\" title=\"Does Walmart sell the real Seresto flea collars?\">Does Walmart sell the real Seresto flea collars?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Does_Petco_sell_real_Seresto_collars\" title=\"Does Petco sell real Seresto collars?\">Does Petco sell real Seresto collars?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Do_Seresto_collars_have_expiration_dates\" title=\"Do Seresto collars have expiration dates?\">Do Seresto collars have expiration dates?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#How_do_you_know_if_Seresto_is_expired\" title=\"How do you know if Seresto is expired?\">How do you know if Seresto is expired?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Does_Seresto_last_longer_than_8_months\" title=\"Does Seresto last longer than 8 months?\">Does Seresto last longer than 8 months?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#How_long_do_Seresto_collars_last_in_package\" title=\"How long do Seresto collars last in package?\">How long do Seresto collars last in package?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#How_can_you_tell_a_fake_Seresto_collar\" title=\"How can you tell a fake Seresto collar?\">How can you tell a fake Seresto collar?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Are_Fake_Seresto_collars_safe\" title=\"Are Fake Seresto collars safe?\">Are Fake Seresto collars safe?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Are_Seresto_collars_from_China_safe\" title=\"Are Seresto collars from China safe?\">Are Seresto collars from China safe?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Do_Seresto_collars_have_a_shelf_life\" title=\"Do Seresto collars have a shelf life?\">Do Seresto collars have a shelf life?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_Seresto_collar_is_expired\" title=\"How do I know if my Seresto collar is expired?\">How do I know if my Seresto collar is expired?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#Do_unopened_flea_collars_expire\" title=\"Do unopened flea collars expire?\">Do unopened flea collars expire?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#How_do_you_tell_if_a_flea_collar_is_expired\" title=\"How do you tell if a flea collar is expired?\">How do you tell if a flea collar is expired?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#How_long_do_flea_collars_last_unopened\" title=\"How long do flea collars last unopened?\">How long do flea collars last unopened?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#How_long_is_a_dog_flea_collar_good_for\" title=\"How long is a dog flea collar good for?\">How long is a dog flea collar good for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-seresto-collars-have-serial-numbers\/#How_long_do_Seresto_flea_collars_last\" title=\"How long do Seresto flea collars last?\">How long do Seresto flea collars last?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Seresto_collars_have_serial_numbers\"><\/span>Do Seresto collars have serial numbers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>All genuine collars will have the Bayer logo and a serial number printed on the collar (Bayer Animal Health was recently purchased by Elanco, so the branding may change down the road). This number should match the number on the tin. You can contact Elanco with the serial number and they can confirm if it is genuine.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-reset-my-petkit-food-dispenser\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do I reset my Petkit food dispenser?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_the_serial_number_on_a_Seresto_collar\"><\/span>Where is the serial number on a Seresto collar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Seresto Dog Flea and Tick Collar <b>does not have an expiration date as long as it has remained in its original container and stored in cool\/room temperature conditions. Once the collar has been opened placed on your animal, it will last 8 months according to the manufacturer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_the_expiration_date_on_Seresto_collar\"><\/span>Where is the expiration date on Seresto collar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>There is no expiration date required on the packaging by the EPA for Serestoxae for dogs. The product should be kept in its original packaging and stored as directed on the label.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_counterfeit_Seresto_collars\"><\/span>Are there counterfeit Seresto collars?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Be aware of <b>fake and imitation collars<\/b> As Serestoxae has increased in popularity amongst pet owners, it has become a target by fraudsters; looking to cash in on pet owners efforts to keep their pet protected from fleas and ticks by selling them fake or imitation collars.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_an_expiration_date_on_Seresto\"><\/span>Is there an expiration date on Seresto?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Seresto Dog Flea and Tick Collar <b>does not have an expiration date as long as it has remained in its original container and stored in cool\/room temperature conditions. Once the collar has been opened placed on your animal, it will last 8 months according to the manufacturer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_fake_Seresto_collars_work\"><\/span>Do fake Seresto collars work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>All genuine collars will have the Bayer logo and a serial number printed on the collar (Bayer Animal Health was recently purchased by Elanco, so the branding may change down the road). This number should match the number on the tin. You can contact Elanco with the serial number and they can confirm if it is genuine.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_Seresto_collar_have_an_expiration_date\"><\/span>Does a Seresto collar have an expiration date?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>There is no expiration date required on the packaging by the EPA for Serestoxae for dogs. The product should be kept in its original packaging and stored as directed on the label.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_flea_collars_have_expiration_dates\"><\/span>Do flea collars have expiration dates?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>All genuine collars will have the Bayer logo and a serial number printed on the collar (Bayer Animal Health was recently purchased by Elanco, so the branding may change down the road). This number should match the number on the tin. You can contact Elanco with the serial number and they can confirm if it is genuine.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_fake_Seresto_collar_look_like\"><\/span>What does a fake Seresto collar look like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Purchasing a fake or imitation collar will be ineffective against flea and tick protection and will cost you more in the long run. Your pets health and protection are the most important things to us. So, weve created this page to help make it easier for you to purchase a genuine Serestoxae collar.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Walmart_sell_the_real_Seresto_flea_collars\"><\/span>Does Walmart sell the real Seresto flea collars?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>(2 pack) Seresto Flea and Tick Prevention Collar for Large Dogs, 8 Month Flea and Tick Prevention &#8211; <b>Walmart.com<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Petco_sell_real_Seresto_collars\"><\/span>Does Petco sell real Seresto collars?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>You can purchase Seresto easy-to-use, 8-month collars for flea and tick protection at Petco online or your neighborhood Petco Pet Care Center.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Seresto_collars_have_expiration_dates\"><\/span>Do Seresto collars have expiration dates?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does Seresto collar have an expiration date, if not opened? <b>No, Seresto collar does not expire as long as kept in its original container and stored in the conditions as directed. However, once the collar is opened and placed on your pet, it lasts up to 8 months.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_if_Seresto_is_expired\"><\/span>How do you know if Seresto is expired?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Seresto Dog Flea and Tick Collar <b>does not have an expiration date as long as it has remained in its original container and stored in cool\/room temperature conditions. Once the collar has been opened placed on your animal, it will last 8 months according to the manufacturer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Seresto_last_longer_than_8_months\"><\/span>Does Seresto last longer than 8 months?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conclusions. The Serestoxae collar was highly effective against challenges with D. reticulatus ticks for <b>up to 8 months<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_Seresto_collars_last_in_package\"><\/span>How long do Seresto collars last in package?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Seresto Flea  Tick Collar for Cats &#8211; <b>8 Month.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_a_fake_Seresto_collar\"><\/span>How can you tell a fake Seresto collar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>All genuine collars will have the Bayer logo and a serial number printed on the collar (Bayer Animal Health was recently purchased by Elanco, so the branding may change down the road). This number should match the number on the tin. You can contact Elanco with the serial number and they can confirm if it is genuine.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Fake_Seresto_collars_safe\"><\/span>Are Fake Seresto collars safe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As we mentioned previously, <b>the counterfeit ones can lead to many side effects ranging from being ineffective at preventing fleas and ticks to causing chemical burns, to potentially even death. It is always best to purchase your Seresto collar from your local veterinarian or trusted pet retailer rather than online.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Seresto_collars_from_China_safe\"><\/span>Are Seresto collars from China safe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The knock-offs of the popular product  produced by Germanys Bayer  appear to have originated from China and <b>could potentially cause chemical burns or hair loss in pets, according to CBP.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Seresto_collars_have_a_shelf_life\"><\/span>Do Seresto collars have a shelf life?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does Seresto collar have an expiration date, if not opened? <b>No, Seresto collar does not expire as long as kept in its original container and stored in the conditions as directed. However, once the collar is opened and placed on your pet, it lasts up to 8 months.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_Seresto_collar_is_expired\"><\/span>How do I know if my Seresto collar is expired?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Seresto Dog Flea and Tick Collar <b>does not have an expiration date as long as it has remained in its original container and stored in cool\/room temperature conditions. Once the collar has been opened placed on your animal, it will last 8 months according to the manufacturer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_unopened_flea_collars_expire\"><\/span>Do unopened flea collars expire?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The flea  tick collars have an expiration date\/shelf life of five years from manufacture date. Once the collar has been activated, itll last up to 7 months.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_tell_if_a_flea_collar_is_expired\"><\/span>How do you tell if a flea collar is expired?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Answer: The Seresto Dog Flea and Tick Collar <b>does not have an expiration date as long as it has remained in its original container and stored in cool\/room temperature conditions. Once the collar has been opened placed on your animal, it will last 8 months according to the manufacturer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_flea_collars_last_unopened\"><\/span>How long do flea collars last unopened?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is no expiration date on the Seresto collars. The EPA does not require an expiration date because the product has been proven to have a long shelf life. Seresto has been tested for a <b>5 year shelf life as long as it is unopened. Once the product package is opened, the shelf life is 8 months.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_a_dog_flea_collar_good_for\"><\/span>How long is a dog flea collar good for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>between three and eight months<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_Seresto_flea_collars_last\"><\/span>How long do Seresto flea collars last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>eight months<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Do Seresto collars have serial numbers?Where is the serial number on a Seresto collar?Where is the expiration date on Seresto collar?Are there counterfeit Seresto collars?Is there an expiration date on Seresto?Do fake Seresto collars work?Does a Seresto collar have an expiration date?Do flea collars have expiration dates?What does a fake Seresto collar&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-130579","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/130579"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=130579"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/130579\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=130579"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=130579"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=130579"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}