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Fleas and Ticks
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Although Fleas and ticks are more prevalent during the summer months, they can be seen (up to) year round. |
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Fleas can lead to more than just scratching. Some pets can have an allergic reaction to fleas, (FAD-Flea Allergy Dermatitis). |
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For every flea you see on your pet there are 10,000 more in the environment. |
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Severe fleas infestations can cause anemia in your pets. |
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Ticks transmit more disease in the U.S. than any other insect or arachnid (spiders). For example- Lyme Disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Ehrlichia Disease. |
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All tick stages feed for several days before dropping to the ground. Disease transfer can occur as early as 36 hours after attaching. |
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Female Ticks remain attached until fully engorged whereas, male ticks feed for short periods of time and move around more frequently. |
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Female ticks can lay thousands of eggs on the ground that are seldom seen. |
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DO NOT USE MATCHES TO REMOVE TICKS FROM YOUR PET. Use tweezers to properly remove a tick. Grip the tick as close to the head as possible, and gently twist. If you are concerned with removing the tick or if you are not sure you removed all of the tick, contact your veterinarian. |
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Both fleas and tick can be easily treated. Contact your veterinarian for their recommendations. |
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Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes. |
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They are the most dangerous of all canine and feline parasites. |
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Heartworm reside primarily in the heart and lungs . Heartworm can cause heart and lung disease, and if left untreated they can be fatal. |
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It only takes one heartworm to potentially be fatal to your pet.
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Heartworm can easily be prevented by having your pet tested regularly and placed on a monthly preventative. Contact your veterinarian for their recommendations. |
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