How to Prevent Fleas and Ticks

Preventing fleas and ticks on your pets is important to overall health and well-being. Fleas and ticks can transmit diseases and cause discomfort for your pets.

We know how important it is to protect pets from parasites at Hillview Veterinary Clinic / Bed and Biscuit in Reynoldsburg, OH. Our veterinarian can discuss prevention options with you, such as topical medicine.

Explore Prevention Products

Several flea and tick products are designed to prevent infestations. These include topical medicine, flea medication, special collars, and medicated shampoos. Our veterinarian can review these options to help you find the right ones for your pets. For example, your pets might need a medicated shampoo if they already have a flea problem.

Always Check Labels

If you look for flea and tick prevention products on your own, always check the labels. Never use flea medication labeled for cats on your dogs. Checking labels helps ensure that you use the right products safely.

Treat Multiple Pets at the Same Time

Treating multiple pets for fleas and ticks simultaneously requires careful planning and coordination to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the preventive measures. Yet, treating all your pets at once can help lower cross-infestation risk. Untreated pets can bring in fleas and ticks from outdoors, which can infest your other pets.

Check Pets for Fleas and Ticks

Use a flea comb to check for fleas regularly, especially if your pets seem itchy. Check for ticks after your pets have been in wooded or grassy areas. Remove ticks with tweezers immediately if you find any.

Avoid the Wildlife and Mow Your Lawn

Reduce your pet's exposure to wildlife, which can carry fleas and ticks. Avoid areas frequented by wild animals. Keeping your grass short helps lower the risk of these parasites invading your yard to protect your pets.

Contact Us for Flea and Tick Prevention

If you need help preventing summer parasites from making your pet sick, contact Hillview Veterinary Clinic / Bed and Biscuit in Reynoldsburg, OH, to schedule an appointment. Our veterinarian can provide flea and tick prevention or prescribe flea medication for a current infestation if needed. Call our office at (614) 866-2290 to schedule an appointment.