Overcome The Fleas in Dogs
This year, ticks throughout the US are at an all-time high, leading to extensive warnings and methods of remaining protected at all times when outdoors. Whether you live near an area that is rife with ticks or if you simply have an outdoor dog, there are few tips to keep in mind to help maximize your dog’s protection from potential tick infections, diseases, and other related risks.
Tick Searches
Conducting a thorough tick search in and around your property is one of the best preventative steps to take in order to keep your dogs from getting bitten or contracting a tick-related disease. Keep your dog’s coat short and trimmed while also checking the paws and underneath your dog’s toes and nails each time they return to the home from outside. Keep track of areas where ticks are most likely to appear, keeping your dog from going astray or into areas where you are not familiar with yourself. Designate “safe” outdoor areas once they have been thoroughly searched.
Dog Collars
Collars are also available to keep both fleas and ticks off of your dog. While some tick collars are suitable for dogs as young as 8 weeks, it is still highly …
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