I had not heard about that. I have quit using all the flea and tick products on my dogs. They are neurotoxins and can/do cause serious damage and even death. I would never put an insecticide like that on ME to keep bugs away so why would I do it to tiny dogs? (well, any size dogs for that matter)
There are natural alternatives but it seems like most people like the convenience of the insecticide spot ons.
Let us know if you hear anything else!