Fleas and ticks are without a doubt the worst enemies of our four-legged friends! Potential carriers of diseases, it is important to anticipate any bites to protect your pet from ticks and fleas and thus prevent him from having health problems.
Want to know more about the importance of protect your pet from ticks and fleas? Keep reading this article!
How important is it to protect your pet from ticks and fleas?
When an animal is infested with parasites, it feels very uncomfortable, as these intruders are feeding on it.
So be aware that once your pet is infected, 90% of the parasites will settle in your home!
These parasites are not all mature and capable of biting your pet. They can also be eggs or larvae that will develop into adults that will infect your pet.
Then, these same parasites will reproduce, lay eggs, etc… An endless cycle of contamination.
To avoid this, it is necessary to implement a procedure to obtain maximum effectiveness, that is, to combine treatment of the animal and treatment of the habitat.
At the beginning of the parasite season, you can initially opt for natural products that have a repellent effect. Treating your dog or cat with appropriate pest control products will help to deter parasites that try to lodge in their fur to feed on their blood.
Why protect my pet from parasites?
For the well-being of your four-legged friend, it is essential protect your pet from ticks and fleas. Each of these can have negative impacts on your health.
- Fleas are the cause of the symptom flea allergy dermatitis (FAD). It is the most common allergy problem in dogs and cats. It is the saliva that contains allergens that cause itching and scabs. These symptoms are painful and unpleasant. Fleas can also transmit flatworms that animals ingest by licking themselves.
- Ticks carry diseases such as piroplasmosis, Lyme disease, or canine ehrlichiosis. These infections can be serious.
How to protect your pet from ticks and fleas?
To protect your pet from ticks and fleas, there are several solutions:
First of all, if you find a tick on your dog, it should be removed as soon as possible. To do this, use a pair of tweezers. Insert the tweezers so that you are gripping the head and twisting it as if unscrewing it.
Above all, do not pull with a strong blow, as in this case the tick's head may remain in your pet's skin.
After the tick is removed, disinfect the bite area to prevent infection. If a lump appears after a few days, contact your veterinarian.
Today, there is a vaccine against piroplasmosis. You should know that this vaccine is not given automatically during your dog's booster vaccination. This is done separately.
To find out if your dog is vaccinated against piroplasmosis, call your veterinarian.
