It is often mistakenly thought that our pets' fur protects them from bites. However, our dogs and cats are prime targets for mosquitoes, especially on areas where the skin is thin (nose, ears, belly). Beyond a simple itch, mosquitoes are vectors of serious veterinary diseases. At LAMI, we have designed protection that keeps the whole family safe, including your four-legged companions.
Vector-borne diseases: the hidden danger
Mosquitoes don't just bite; they can inject parasites directly into your pet's bloodstream.
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Heartworm Disease (Dirofilariasis): This is the most serious threat. Mosquitoes transmit Dirofilaria immitis larvae. These larvae migrate to the heart and pulmonary arteries, where they develop into adult worms that can measure up to 30 cm.
Source: ESCCAP France (European Scientific Counsel Companion Animal Parasites) – Guide on Canine Vector-borne Diseases. -
Leishmaniasis: Often transmitted by sandflies (a small biting insect related to mosquitoes, very common in the Mediterranean basin), this serious chronic disease affects the skin and internal organs of dogs.
Why do your pets attract mosquitoes?
Just like humans, mosquitoes detect animals by their biological signature:
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CO2 exhalation: A large dog exhales a significant volume of carbon dioxide, acting as a "long-range" signal for biting insects.
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Body heat: The internal temperature of dogs and cats (approximately 38.5°C) is higher than that of humans (37°C), which makes them extremely detectable by female mosquitoes' thermal sensors.
The problem with conventional antiparasitic treatments
To protect their animals, many owners use collars or pipettes. However, precautions are necessary:
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Cross-toxicity: Some permethrin-based products, while safe for dogs, are lethal to cats.
Source: Anses – Alert on cat poisoning by dog antiparasitics. -
Absence of environmental barrier: These products only work after contact or a bite. They do not reduce the overall mosquito population in your garden.
LAMI technology: Global and healthy protection
The ideal solution is to reduce parasitic pressure around your home. This is where LAMI technology acts as an ecological health barrier.
As part of our commitment to animal welfare and transparency, our plans are available as Open Source. This allows every owner to install an efficient trapping system in their garden, thereby protecting their animals' resting area without any chemical emissions.
How LAMI protects your dogs and cats?
Whether you build your own station or choose a LAMI V3 (Solar or Electric), you provide a safe zone for your companions:
A more effective diversion than the animal
Thanks to our water-soluble CO2 GEL (developed by Marie, a pharmacist) and our olfactory lures, the station simulates an irresistible prey. The mosquito is attracted to the machine, located away from the kennel or basket, and is sucked in before it can bite your pet.
Zero toxicity risk
Unlike coils or sprays, LAMI works by mechanical aspiration. There are no volatile chemical substances that could be inhaled by your animals or licked from their fur. It is the safest solution for households with both dogs and cats.
Protecting your animals against mosquitoes is an essential act of veterinary prevention. By integrating LAMI technology into your garden, you drastically reduce the risk of transmitting serious diseases while respecting the fragile health of your companions. Offer them a summer free of heartworms and itching.
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