Keeping Your Pets Safe from Fleas and Ticks

Flea and tick prevention are an important part of owning a pet. These pests carry diseases that are harmful to your pets. If you are seeking a veterinarian in Toledo, OH, who can answer your flea and tick pet care questions, Dr. Alan Moore of Trilby Animal Hospital is here to help.

What Are Fleas and Ticks?

Fleas and ticks are the most common parasitic pests that prey on larger animals. They consume the blood of whatever they can, including dogs, cats, and even humans.

What Are the Warning Signs of Fleas and Ticks?

If a pet excessively scratches a particular area of the skin, there is likely a pest agitating that area. The paler the color of the fur, the easier it will be to see the pests.

The Issues with Fleas and Ticks?

Fleas can do much more than just make your pet itch. Some pets can be allergic to fleas, meaning that going untreated can cause health problems for the pet. Anemia is a common illness to fall upon pets due to fleas. Ticks have been known to carry Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.

Flea and Tick Prevention

Healthy pet care practices are the best way to prevent illness caused by fleas and ticks. We offer several treatment options that pets can be given to kill any fleas and ticks that attempt to feed on your pet. Some are in pill form or drops — whatever is best for your situation.

Pet Grooming

Fleas and ticks like to hide in fur. Staying on top of pet grooming long-haired pets makes them less of a target for nearby parasites.

Is There a Toledo Veterinarian Near Me?

Yes, there is! Dr. Alan Moore is available to answer any of your pet care questions. Call (419) 474-5403 to schedule a consultation at Trilby Animal Hospital today.