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Facts about Fleas and Prevention!



Consult your Vet!! Remember both Cats and Dogs are great hosts !


Fleas: Can cause a wide variety of issues for your pets including intense itching and scratching that can break the skin and invite infection. Anemia is also possible due to continuous flea bites and feeding.

 

If possible, have your new puppy checked for fleas before you bring them home. Otherwise, look for these signs of flea infestation:

  • Itching

  • Scratching

  • Chewing

 

Some puppies may not show any of these signs, which can make an infestation on a new pet hard to spot. Pet owners can check their puppy for flea dirt with a flea comb. When smeared on a damp paper towel, flea dirt will turn red


Ticks: It’s important to thoroughly search your dog for ticks on a regular basis, especially after they’ve spent time outside. Ticks can be anywhere on the body, but they prefer warm, dark, and inconspicuous hiding places. Run your fingers through your puppy’s fur to feel for small bumps on the skin. Watch for areas where they have been scratching and biting, especially between the toes, inside the ears, under the legs, and around the groin area.2

 

When a tick first attaches, it will look like a tiny round bug with 8 legs. After feeding, it will appear bloated and bluish-gray, and eventually detach. If the tick has already detached, you may notice a small bump or inflamed area at the site of the bite.


Prevention is the cheapest solution


Age, weight, Type of living area are important factors to consider when choosing the right product. For the best advice, consult with your vet on the right course of action to protect your pet.


Embrace the opportunity to learn without any hint of shame:


Nexguard


Simperica


Bravecto

 
 
 

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