Pet Flea and Tick Prevention at South Broward Animal Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Safeguard your pet’s well-being with South Broward Animal Hospital’s comprehensive prevention plan against fleas and ticks.
Safeguarding Your Pet’s Health: A Comprehensive Approach to Flea and Tick Prevention
Flea and tick prevention is an essential part of keeping your pet healthy year‑round. Fleas can cause intense itching, red and irritated skin, and allergic reactions. They also transmit tapeworms, which may lead to diarrhea and gastrointestinal upset. Ticks carry several tick‑borne diseases that can cause fever, lethargy, joint pain, and even abnormal bleeding. Even after treatment, some of these infections can linger in the body and place ongoing stress on your pet’s immune system.
Because fleas and ticks are active in our environment throughout the year, consistent monthly prevention is the best way to protect your pet from these parasites and the illnesses they spread. South Broward Animal Hospital can help you choose the right product for your pet and guide you on how to stay on schedule with each dose.
Get Rid of Those Pesky Critters
Your pet is an easy target for parasites and small insects. Common parasites like ticks, fleas, and heartworm-carrying mosquitos feed on your pets, potentially infecting them with many dangerous diseases.
- Fleas: These bloodsucking insects feed on mammals and lay eggs in their fur. Fleas can transmit harmful parasites like Tapeworms and Murine Typhus, as well as cause dermatitis and anemia. One flea can reproduce nearly 50 times a day, making a flea infestation a substantial threat to your pet’s well-being. Flea infestations often spread throughout your home, including in your carpet and furniture, making them tough to eradicate.
- Ticks: Ticks are found lurking in shrubs and tall grass. They attach to your pet as they run past, biting them and feeding on their blood. Although nearly microscopic, the tick represents one of the most potent dangers to your pet’s health. A single tick bite can carry a host of potentially fatal diseases, including Lyme Disease, Typhus, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Ehrlichiosis, and Anaplasmosis. Although rare, animal-to-human transfer is possible, making the tick potentially hazardous to you and your family. Take special care to inspect your pet and yourself after any woodland outdoor activities.
Parasite Prevention Plan
Regular application of anti-parasitic medication is a surefire way of keeping your pet free of nasty parasites. Consult with your South Broward Animal Hospital veterinarian to determine the best parasite-control products for your pet.
Parasite Prevention Plan at South Broward Animal Hospital includes:
- Pet examination and testing
- Parasite-control product consultation with a South Broward Animal Hospital veterinarian.
- Access to industry-best medicine and equipment
Schedule an appointment immediately if you suspect that your cat or dog may already be infected.
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