Fleas, Ticks, and Heartworm - oh my! #LetsPaws and take a look at why it's important to protect your pets against Fleas, Ticks, and Heartworm this summer.
FLEAS & TICKS:
·Fleas are the most common parasite found on pets, and they can even be found on indoor-only pets.
·Fleas are a host to other parasites like tapeworms.
·Tick-borne diseases are spread through the tick’s saliva and can transmit disease in the body and bloodstream.
·Tick-borne diseases in animals and humans include: Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Lyme Disease.
HEARTWORM DISEASE:
·Heartworms are spread by mosquitoes and can infect the heart, liver, and lungs if untreated.
·Most Heartworm preventatives also protect against intestinal worms.
CONSULT WITH YOUR VETERINARIAN ABOUT FLEA, TICK, AND HEARTWORM PREVENTION TO KEEP YOU PETS SAFE THIS SUMMER!
