Dog Flea Collar Death For Sale (2024 Update)

I have an approximately 12 pound maltipoo. He is very active and likes to roll outside. We had always used Soresto flea collars (approx. $50 for 6 months) and had bought 2 in a row that stopped working after about a week. I decided to try this collar for a lesser value and am SO pleased with the results!! Within minutes of putting it on my Bailey, 7 or 8 fleas rose to the surface of his fur like they were trying to escape (haha) and I have not seen any since then. It has been a while now and I still haven’t seen any. It says water resistant but I decided not to test it so I took it off for a bath and it was easy to take off and put back on. I will definitely be buying more of these in the future for all of my pets!sara615

I purchased one of these for each of my dogs. After about a month with the collars on, my dogs were covered with ticks. I pulled 23 ticks off of them. They weren't just small ticks, but ones that had been on for many days. I returned them and purchased flea and tick meds.lkp100

The Zodiac Flea & Tick Collar is the perfect all-purpose collar for my working “horse dog”. Since he patrols our farm and lives with the horses 24/7, we don’t leave a regular collar on him – too dangerous should it hang up on a fence, and too expensive if we use the quick-release type bra cause of the frequent need to replace it. The Zodiac collar is a great solution – he generally manages to keep it on until replacement time, and should he snag it, it slips off easily. It’s economical to replace, and does a good job of controlling fleas & ticks. Highly recommended!donmbrink

For YEARS I recommended these to everyone and anyone within ear shot. We breed, raise, train poodles and Bernese mountain dogs. These dogs can be anywhere from 1000-5000 a piece however the pain my family is feeling from this completely avoidable losses no amount can fix. We have not lost just one family member but seven senselessly. It wasn’t till a vet tech advised me in line at our Petco not to buy this product that this was what was making dogs sick! Our puppies and adults all dogs all wore these and experienced vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, spontaneous abortions, chemical burns and the worst death. My family’s heart is broken, it was to the to the point that we were drowning our pets medical bills. Trying to save everyone one else who were originally misdiagnosed because this company FAILED to inform their customers! Shame on you Seresto!Brooke Dent

The pets in our house receive love in frequent Caresses', Brushings, Gardens for play and Special beds for sleep. Above ALL, they receive New Seresto Collars on Valentine's day each year ! Thus, they are protected throughout the year from those nasty ticks and fleas that would love to snuggle into their fur and pester the cats and dogs all season. Stopping our capture /neuter/release program of 35 years, didn't leave us free of cats. We three ranch wives found ourselves still with cats, after the "DUMPING" ceased. And, praying we outlive them ! We were fortunate in finding homes along the way, for kittens and adult cats that were eager to have forever homes. But, unfortunately, there are always the few that pass the "cute-adopt me" stage. Our ranch is currently "BLESSED" with 9, yes NINE varied aged, varied breed CATS – All of whom are loved dearly by all who share their lives. Along with 2 small dogs, expenses would be great if not for PET MEDS ! SERESTO cat & dog purchases are our most important ! With SORESTO, we have never had an infestation of fleas. With the collars they are free to roam our gardens and acreage in comfort. The collars are VERY IMPORTANT to us and the pets lives. We don't need to round up the population for monthly treatments- have no worry a treatment has worn or washed away. Collars can be removed and replaced for bathing and grooming. I sometimes wonder = JUST HOW DID WE MANAGED WITHOUT THEM ! ! ! ! Yes, the collars may seem a bit pricey, BUT WELL WORTH IT ! Lane Unser BBB Ranch Dripping Springs TXLANE

Oversight Subcommittee Report Reveals EPA Failed to Protect Pets, Owners From Dangerous Flea and Tick Collar
Jun 15, 2022 Press Release
Washington, D.C. (June 15, 2022)—Today, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Economic and Consumer Policy, released a staff report entitled “Seresto Flea and Tick Collars: Examining Why a Product Linked to More than 2,500 Pet Deaths Remains on the Market,” which details the findings of the Subcommittee’s 16-month investigation into the safety of the Seresto flea and tick collar. The report reveals that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under previous administrations was aware of the dangers of the Seresto collar as early as 2015 and failed to take action to protect pets and their owners. Scientific experts, a former EPA official, and pet owners will testify about the dangers of the Seresto collar and the findings of the Subcommittee’s report at a hearing this afternoon.

“It is unacceptable that the EPA has been aware of the Seresto collar’s safety concerns for years and has continued to allow Americans to unknowingly put their pets in danger by using a product they have been led to believe is safe,” said Chairman Krishnamoorthi. “While I am pleased by the EPA’s new commitment to revisit the incident data, I urge the agency to initiate formal Notice of Intent to Cancel proceedings to determine whether the Seresto collar should be removed from the market, including a comprehensive cost-benefit review of its serious risks. Following the Subcommittee’s disturbing findings, I believe the EPA must expand its data collection standards and more strictly follow its scientific review process to ensure that dangerous products are not permitted to stay on the market and threaten the welfare of pets that so many Americans view as family.”

The Seresto flea and tick collar received EPA approval in 2012 and was introduced to the market in 2013. Since then, Bayer—the original brand owner of the collar—and Elanco—which purchased the product in 2020, have sold more than 30 million collars. Pet owners embraced the convenience of the product, which provides 8 months of flea and tick protection for dogs and cats for under $70, and which is widely sold by pet specialty stores, online pet pharmacies, and large online retailers.

The Subcommittee launched its investigation into the collars in March 2021, following the publication of an investigative report which revealed that, as of June 2020, there had been more than 75,000 incidents and approximately 1,700 pet deaths linked to the Seresto collar. Since then, the reported numbers have increased to more than 98,000 incidents and 2,500 pet deaths.

The Subcommittee reviewed emails from the EPA, as well as documents from Bayer and Elanco, that showed the EPA was aware of these incident numbers and the dangers caused by the collar yet failed to act. Documents and communications obtained by the Subcommittee reveal:

EPA Rushed Seresto’s Approval Through a Flawed Scientific Review Process: An EPA Risk Manager wrote in 2016 that the agency “rushed” the Seresto collar’s registration so that the CDC could use the collars in a study. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation found that key studies that tested the Seresto collar on adult dogs and cats were not acceptable because the studies “greatly under-estimated the exposures” to one of the collar’s active ingredients. EPA’s productJ

I received the collar and opened it to put on my cat. I immediately noticed the pleasant smell of the collar and how soft and flexible the collar was. It went on with ease and was simple to put on. The purple color was a nice contrast as well. The cat is leaving it alone and when I pick her up that light scent was very nice and not over powering. I highly recommend the color for comfort, style and I really like that the effectiveness is for 7 months. Before using the collar I had a situation were my other pet who is a dog woke up one morning and couldn't walk and was in pain. As it turned out he had contracted lymes disease from a tick. He is doing better but was on medication for a month and a very expensive hospital visit for him. My decision was to get collars that I can trust and be confident in. That is why Hartz was the choice for me. It lasts 7 months and I don't have to worry about any of my animals for the season. With it being so easy to put on and having it last long is a bonus. They all smell wonderful and you can be at ease knowing they are protected. I love Hartz Ultra Guard for my cats and my dogs! I have received the Hartz ultra guard collar in exchange for my honest opinion. After using it on my cats for awhile I did buy additional ones for my dogs as well. So I have a total of 5 animals protected with Hartz Ultra Guard! THank you Hartz!justnan

I received a Hartz® UltraGuard® Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs – White in exchange for a review. I loved the fact that there is enough length in the collar that it would fit multiple size dogs. I put this on my 62 pound Pittie the very first day I received it. I did have a little trouble getting the end through the buckles but luckily, my dog is very patient. I haven’t noticed any adverse effects on his skin nor scratching where the collar is. I do have some very tall grass that he likes to run and play in on a regular basis and I typically use some sort of OTC drops from the store. I have not found a single flea or tick on him since I started using the collar and definitely recommend anyone giving it a try before spending a fortune at their local veterinarian.SexyCougar

My dogs go to the groomer for their baths every 6 weeks and I was shocked when they told me my german shepherd had a few fleas on him and the groomer informed me that fleas were bad this year because my dogs have never had fleas., so in a rush, I ordered these flea collars and they seem to work but I also use a spray bottle with 1 cup of apple cider vinegar mixed with 2 cups of water and spray it on my hands then rub my dogs down before they go outside in the mornings first of day then I spray their beds a spritz of it and voila!!!! no more fleas!!!!!! I also used the Hartz flea and tick drops which also works along with everything else. I like a clean house and just can't deal with fleas !!! Now we are back to a normal household without the company of fleas !!!!Pamela

We live in the country and my beagle loves to run in the woods constantly…I put the Ultra Guard Pro flea & tick collar on her a few days ago…and I like that you can cut it to fit perfectly. I also like the way its so easy to use…NO mess and no monthly drippy reapplications. I also LOVE that it is REFLECTIVE!! She's easy to spot!! She's only had it on for a few days but NO scratching !! I'm very happy with the collar so far and would recommend it!mamsue12

I made the mistake of giving my fur baby a flea and tick PILL, and had immediate adverse reactions that now have her on life long, long term medicine for both heart and liver. I will NEVER buy anything other than a collar for the rest of my life, and had to learn the hard way. Every other week there's a new ER visit due to complications from flea and tick pill, even though its well out of her system by now. These collars are tried and trusted. I'd rather have an off chance of having to pluck ticks/fleas by hand than to EVER give ANY pet a flea/tick pill again. Please check the class actions/reports going on as well speak in regards to the pill treatments!! Stick with what you know!jessie.o

Works ok. Wouldn’t recommend if your dog has a small child as a best friend. Kids don’t understand do not touch . Got rid of most of the fleas. Just hard to keep on his neck. He’s not a fankourtney.k

Ordered 3 of the flea collars. Two of the dogs had no problems. But our 15 lb Shitzu had terrible reaction. Only had the collar on for about 6-8 hours. Restless, anxious, eyes swollen and itching. Immediately removed collar and started giving Benadryl every 6 hours. Washed face and around neck area. That night started whining and shaking head. Finally gave bath with baby shampoo. Learned valuable lesson. Going to research more before putting something on this little fellow.Sweetnanadonna

They last 3 months. It’s 1 collar per package to last 3 month’s. My senior mix breed pit/boxer/springer, is 10 year’s old. Her skin is sensitive to topicals. And I live in the woods. She stays close to home now. And and additional fleas I noticed. Is because I’m getting signs I need to treat my grounds outside my house. I use a granular pesticide in a seed spreader every 6 feet rows (keep away from tree’s). Just before a rain fall, to wash into the ground. And cut my grass first. So my pet’s don’t eat it. I keep this away from my pet’s. After a good rain. Their good to go potty outside. And I don’t have to worry about them bringing in fleas or ticks (twice a year, spring and mid summer). I use a flea & tick spray every couple of weeks. Is good enough. A little on back, and tummy. I rub it in with my hands. Around to spread it out. Then wash hands. Never over use pesticides products on pets. I don’t use flea & tick shampoo except maybe 3 times a year. And don’t use spray with shampoo. That’s too much. One or the other. Then I put back on my flea collar after bath, when dry (best results). I’m in NW Arkansas, in the Ozark’s Mountains.Chichewa

One of my dogs can not tolerate the chemical topical flea and tick treatments. He had terrible, large, scabs on his skin where it was applied. I tried these collars last year on him, and never saw a flea or tick. They have that great powdery scent, so he is able to cuddle with me and not stink me out with that bad chemical smell. Very economical, less harsh, and of course easy to put on.kscafidi

We've used Seresto collars for over ten years with great results. Never once a single flea or tick and they do last eight months as advertised. These collars are worth their weight in gold and we wouldn't trust any other product. Tractor Supply makes ordering easy and quick and their prices are the best!mike44nh

The only flea and tick treatment I use! Works great! In the past I've used the drops of flea liquid between the shoulder blades but it never seemed to work. With Lyme disease from ticks being so common, I need to protect my dogs everyday from ticks.2Crazy Dog Lady

Seresto is for flea and tick protection. It works!! I have been using them for about 5 years or so now. Since my dog's groomer told me about it. I have not seen a flea or tick since. Since it is a collar there is less danger than drops between the shoulder blades. So easy to miss the exact location. Very highly recommend this product.Gabby15

Bought the Adams flea & tick plus as it came two in a Pkg & we have two small dogs. There was no warning on product that small dogs could suffer side effects more so than larger dogs, I found out online when my baby (the smaller of our two at 11 #'s) started acting very strange. He couldn't be still, yet at bed time he was so tired he would try to lay down & there was involuntary twitching & muscle movement, he couldn't be still. Morning & no difference, so it occurred to us only thing new was the flea collar! Took it off & called my vet. She said long as he hadn't eaten it, he should be ok but to monitor & if he didn't improve he would need pet urgent care. I love my little boy so much! I was in tears, but as day went on he did improve some and that night he was able to sleep right up next to me with some twitching, but not nearly as bad. End of second day, he is much better but I can't imagine the damage done if we hadn't put it together & removed the collar!

Just want to warn people who might consider this for small dogs. Don't risk it!Walker email

After one night in the collar, my poor Chihuahua was weak in the back legs, had NO appetite, started throwing up yellow stomach acid with bits of red, stringy blood in it, and is shaking all over and miserable. I am SO glad I pay attention to everything with my service animal, and knew the collar was the only thing different!!
Terrible side effects for small dogs! Do NOT waste your money and potentially kill your beloved companions!!Salem Rotaru

If I could give zero I would! My poor babies! My small dog became so I’ll she stopped eating and would just lay around all the time. She actually got so pale. My American bully turned red all over and her hair is still falling out!!! 😡😡😡Becca Bush

Our puppy is constantly on the go! She loves to be outside during this time of the year, chasing her ball and going on walks. The only problem is we have plenty of ticks and bugs that try to get on her. The PetArmor Flea & Tick collar is designed for this problem. The packaging and instructions make it easy to get going. I appreciate that each collar is good for a full 6 months of protection. It's also water resistant and easy to get set up as it's a one size fits all collar. If you are looking for a solution to help keep fleas and ticks away / under control, the Pet Armor collar is a good option.moj14

PetArmor products have been the family favorite for many years. They work well and are easy to use. I've always preferred the collars over liquid drops because my dogs always seem to freak out when using the drops for some reason. The collars go on easy and blend in with their regular dog collars so nobody really notices them and the dogs are already use to wearing collars. I feel at ease knowing my best buds are protected whenever we go out for walks or runs in the park and woods. I highly recommend all PetArmor products.Bubba44103

Pet Armor Flea and Tick collars are convenient, semi easy to use, ready to go in minutes and there is no mess. They have a nice natural odor that is pleasant. I really like the metal tin that they come in. However I was a bit confused as it stated that there is one collar but clearly there are two. I chose a 4 star rating simply because it was not immediately clear on how to fasten the collar. I had to play around with it a bit to figure it out, but I would say that would be the only negative I spotted. The collar is light weight, extremely flexible, so it makes it comfortable for my pup to wear. The excess was snipped off and I had a well fitting collar. I have yet to see a single flea or tick since I started using the collar.Sattie

I received the collar and opened it to put on my cat. I immediately noticed the pleasant smell of the collar and how soft and flexible the collar was. It went on with ease and was simple to put on. The purple color was a nice contrast as well. The cat is leaving it alone and when I pick her up that light scent was very nice and not over powering. I highly recommend the color for comfort, style and I really like that the effectiveness is for 7 months. Before using the collar I had a situation were my other pet who is a dog woke up one morning and couldn't walk and was in pain. As it turned out he had contracted lymes disease from a tick. He is doing better but was on medication for a month and a very expensive hospital visit for him. My decision was to get collars that I can trust and be confident in. That is why Hartz was the choice for me. It lasts 7 months and I don't have to worry about any of my animals for the season. With it being so easy to put on and having it last long is a bonus. They all smell wonderful and you can be at ease knowing they are protected. I love Hartz Ultra Guard for my cats and my dogs! I have received the Hartz ultra guard collar in exchange for my honest opinion. After using it on my cats for awhile I did buy additional ones for my dogs as well. So I have a total of 5 animals protected with Hartz Ultra Guard! THank you Hartz!justnan

I fitted our collie with the Hartz Ultra Guard Flea and Tick Collar a few weeks ago in hopes of limiting the number of ticks that latch on to the poor girl every spring and summer. The fit is good and didn't seem to bother her much. It's hard to tell what kind of long term effect the collar will have but the results after 3 or 4 weeks has been pretty good. We've only pulled a few ticks off of her compared to 5 or 6 per week, and those ticks were by her hind legs which is a good sign. The collar is flexible, seems comfortable, and is waterproof which is convenient during the summer. I'm very happy with the collar so far. I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest opinion .GWhit

I received a Hartz® UltraGuard® Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs – White in exchange for a review. I loved the fact that there is enough length in the collar that it would fit multiple size dogs. I put this on my 62 pound Pittie the very first day I received it. I did have a little trouble getting the end through the buckles but luckily, my dog is very patient. I haven’t noticed any adverse effects on his skin nor scratching where the collar is. I do have some very tall grass that he likes to run and play in on a regular basis and I typically use some sort of OTC drops from the store. I have not found a single flea or tick on him since I started using the collar and definitely recommend anyone giving it a try before spending a fortune at their local veterinarian.SexyCougar

Our puppy is constantly on the go! She loves to be outside during this time of the year, chasing her ball and going on walks. The only problem is we have plenty of ticks and bugs that try to get on her. The PetArmor Flea & Tick collar is designed for this problem. The packaging and instructions make it easy to get going. I appreciate that each collar is good for a full 6 months of protection. It's also water resistant and easy to get set up as it's a one size fits all collar. If you are looking for a solution to help keep fleas and ticks away / under control, the Pet Armor collar is a good option.moj14

PetArmor products have been the family favorite for many years. They work well and are easy to use. I've always preferred the collars over liquid drops because my dogs always seem to freak out when using the drops for some reason. The collars go on easy and blend in with their regular dog collars so nobody really notices them and the dogs are already use to wearing collars. I feel at ease knowing my best buds are protected whenever we go out for walks or runs in the park and woods. I highly recommend all PetArmor products.Bubba44103

Pet Armor Flea and Tick collars are convenient, semi easy to use, ready to go in minutes and there is no mess. They have a nice natural odor that is pleasant. I really like the metal tin that they come in. However I was a bit confused as it stated that there is one collar but clearly there are two. I chose a 4 star rating simply because it was not immediately clear on how to fasten the collar. I had to play around with it a bit to figure it out, but I would say that would be the only negative I spotted. The collar is light weight, extremely flexible, so it makes it comfortable for my pup to wear. The excess was snipped off and I had a well fitting collar. I have yet to see a single flea or tick since I started using the collar.Sattie

I don't know what everyone is talking about. We have an active dog who is in the woods often and has never picked up a tick or flea since wearing this collar. Before he was on a topical med and was constantly picking up ticks which we thought wasn't a problem as the topical med would kill the ticks, right? NO! We were wrong — he got Rocky Mountain Spotted fever. Learned that the disease can be transmitted in about 2 hours of being bit and the topical flea and tick drops don't kill the tick until 6 hours. Plenty of time for the tick to transfer the disease. Figured it would be prudent to REPEL the ticks and never give them an oppty to bite. It's been 4 months and has worked great — no ticks. I don't know about the collar falling off as we zip-tied it to his regular collar strictly because he has a long neck (he's a big dog) and the collars would flop around. Very pleased with the product. No complaints.concernedhousewife

This was my second choice for a collar. I had originally bought a generic store brand collar because of a cheaper price and because of that I got a cheaper quality of material and a chewed up collar in less than 7 days. So this PetArmor collar pack was my next collar choice. This specific brand is so sturdy. And only a few dollars more. It's now 7 months later, and I can't see one chew mark or imprint on my baby's collar anywhere🐕taylor.b

I purchased this collar with great expectations and was truly disappointed. I applied it according to the instructions, allowed 10 to 14 days for the full effect to takr place. And I firmly believe that it was attracting fleas to my dog. Gave her a bath and got 50 to 75 fleas off of her. Didn't put the collar back on. Supper disappointed in the product. I read many reviews and they were 50/50 on whether it worked or NOT. Now I know. Please dont waste your money on the product. I made a trip to the vet and got her normal flea and tick chewable. No more fleas. Lession learned stick to what ya know works!Puppymom

These collars are ineffective! I have found multiple attached ticks on my dogs, right next to the collar. I have used Adams Flea and tick products for foster dogs/cats before, and they seemed to work well. So although I prefer not to use poisons, thought I would try on my own dogs after a mild winter and ticks are appearing in this area (Central NH) more and more. Very disappointed. Wish I could return them, but did not save the packaging.D

The Adams Flea Tick Collar for Dogs are my go-to tick collars for my four-legged babies!! They really work great and very inexpensive. I’ve always really like that they come in packs of 2 because I have 2 big doggies. However, we just recently welcomed a a new baby into our family. Chief’s a full-blooded Chocolate Lab. The packs of 2 are still great though, because I always keep a couple spare packs as backups. We live in Alabama and these are a necessity year round.marcie.m

My 4 month old chiuahaua puppy hasn't been right since buying this collar! Started out fine and then by that night I was woke up to my furbaby scratching uncontrollably at his neck and twitching like he was being stung randomly then came the hallucinations bc he we are night 2 and collar free of course and he's been up all night crying and restless with doe eyes and terror. It's the saddest thing I've ever seen. He's so scared he won't even close his eyes. Beware of this product.Courtney

i have a 3 month old and a two month old teddy bear…Bichons. They both weigh under 8 pounds. i went to pet smart and purchased 2 seresto flea and tick collars for small dogs, but on the front it says small dogs up to 18lbs. so my question is, could i use them on the puppies or return them and get for smaller dogs, or maybe cats. thanks for your time.Michael S.

Our dog wore a collar just over a week. It seems he does not know that he is different from the chemically laced collar that he had before. We released the collar for about 24 hours before putting it around the neck. The initial smell was strong citronella, but after a couple of days the smell became lighter. Now it has a light scent when you are near the dog. We did not see any mistakes that hinder him. We like the fact that it is natural.litvinov6

This is a great natural flea and tick preventative collar because it uses a combination of animal friendly essential oils instead of harsh chemicals. It’s very effective and initially has a strong but pleasant smell that dissipates after a few days.Linda

i am so impressed how is this collar works. My little dog very often catches fleas and most of the time i need to spend hours to comb them , but with the advent of this collar , the problem is solved by itselflove23121

I love these collars!! They work extremely well with no smell or negative reaction from my animals! They last a very long time! Well worth the money!!!jamez

the best flea collar there is at a price that is amazing. have tried many others but none work as well or as long.it arrived on time in perfect new sealed can. just get this one your dog will thank youdafidd81

In our family, we have previously only used these for our dogs and they work amazingly well so we tried one for our cat and the results were better than we expected. Her whole attitude changed – she is more relaxed and playful. No more irritated scratching and licking. Within three days she was stretched out on the floor and comfortable. This is how it should be. With no lapse of time in between the monthly dosing as in regular topical flea medicines, the collar makes it easy to use, no mess, and more effective. I recommend Seresto collar to anyone who has pets, It is well worth the money. Ebay is the best price I have found for them.possumuhbilities

Look no further here's the BEST protection for your dogs, against bugs that can hurt us humans too. Been using this fab necklace for decades. Nothing comparable so don't think twice and you have one worry less!btlily

I was really skeptical about buying this collar because it was so cheap. I was picking off any where from 5 ticks off of each of them a day, but one I put the collars on them I haven't seen a tick in the l as st couple of monthsanna.w

Do not use these on your pets. These are so harmful and they do not work as well as bathing them or just getting proper flea treatments. Please do not cheap out on your animals. I get the appeal because you can just put a collar on, but Adams flea treatments have been known to really harm pets. Use with caution.cyn.m

My vet recommended these to me three years ago when I noticed my adopted dog had cresks in her legs when she stood up. Her left leg goes pop from the hip a bit, but it is very slight. I've given her these just about every day for the past three years without incident. I no longer hear regular creeks and I attribute the maintenance to Glycoflex. My vet said that this was the only glucosamine product (except maybe Cosequin) that tests show has the actual amounts of the active ingredient in it. I give the Joint Treats to my puppy for support, but I don't think he needs them. I won't be switching to Joint Treats.2dogsandacat

Our 9mo old puppy was having her back knee caps pop out of place several times a day. Once she started taking the Glyco Flex 1 twice daily, her problems stopped. She has been taking them for about 6 months now and her problem completely stopped. Excellent product!!!Tracey K.

Not Only Do I Love HealthyPets.com for providing this product in such a good price, but I love this product because my 7 year old lab show\'s improvement on his walks & running and he LOVES he\'s treats. Thank you HealthyPets.com. We will forever be greatful.Blanche