Keeping Your Pets Safe from Fleas & Ticks

When you have pets, they will want to spend some of their time outside. That's great for their health, but it can also mean that they are vulnerable to ticks and fleas. If you want to keep your pets free from the bites of these parasites, you need parasite prevention methods. At Central Virginia Veterinary Clinic in Louisa, VA, our veterinarian provides a variety of parasite prevention methods to ensure that your pet stays healthy.

Fleas and Ticks

If your pet gets fleas or ticks, it's far more than an inconvenience. Your pet will likely be itchy and uncomfortable after these bites, but it can be much worse than simply being itchy. These parasites can spread a wide range of diseases to dogs and cats. They can carry serious illnesses, like cat scratch fever, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, murine typhus, and Lyme disease. If your pet has been bitten by these parasites, removing the parasites may not be enough. You will need to visit our veterinarian to determine if your pet is sick.

Parasite Prevention Methods

There are several easy ways that you can keep your pets free from these parasites. One way is to keep all of your grass short and free from weeds. This makes the jobs of fleas and ticks a little harder. You should pay attention to your pet's behavior so that you can tell whether something is itchy or if it seems to be feeling sick. In those cases, you can do a quick look at the skin to see if you see any parasites.

Parasite Prevention Medication

The best way to keep your pets safe from parasites is to use medication from our veterinarian. We offer oral, topical, and spray medications, or you can use a flea collar. These methods are highly effective in keeping these parasites at bay.

Visit Our Veterinarian in Louisa, VA for Parasite Prevention Methods

Protecting your pet from parasites is vital in keeping it healthy. At Central Virginia Veterinary Clinic in Louisa, VA, our veterinarian will guide you on how to do so. We are happy to answer any questions you have. Call us today to schedule an appointment.