Pet Flea & Tick Prevention in St. Paul, MN

Do you have unseen invaders in your home? Your pet could be shuttling in hundreds of blood-sucking parasites right underneath your nose. Not only are these menaces a danger to your pet, but they are also a danger to your entire family via the spread of infectious diseases such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Bartonella. Worst of all, once fleas get a foothold in your home, it takes a lot of work to get them out. That is why you should prevent any battle before it starts by bringing your furry little friends to us for pet flea and tick prevention in St. Paul, MN.

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Flea Prevention Is Vital for Your Well Being

Of course, there are many more common diseases that are also spread by blood contamination. When fleas attach to your pet, they spread whatever blood-related diseases they may have previously encountered. Worst of all, fleas will get on humans as well and spread the same disease. The best course of action is to visit us periodically for thorough flea prevention.

Prevent Tick Infestations before They Start

Lyme disease is very common. In fact, there are more than 200,000 cases of Lyme disease in the US per year, and many patients never fully recover even with treatment. Ticks wait in tall grass and on bushes for your pet to walk by and bring into your home. With proper tick prevention, your pets will be less likely to develop an infection.

Heartworms

Heartworms are a type of parasite transmitted from one dog to the next via a mosquito host. These heartworm microfilariae that are carried by mosquitos enter the bloodstream of an unprotected dog and develop into adulthood within 6 months to block the arteries in your dog’s heart, and if untreated, eventually cause fatality.

However, an easy way to prevent this heartworm infection is by giving your dog a year-round heartworm preventative along with testing for heartworm on an annual basis according to the American Heartworm Society’s (AHS) recommendations. Preventatives work by interrupting the heartworm lifecycle in the larvae stage to prevent them from reaching adulthood.

Flea and Tick:

Fleas and ticks are external parasites that can carry and transmit infectious diseases to your pet. Both cats and dogs are susceptible to these pests both indoors and outdoors and are therefore susceptible to the diseases they carry. Diseases and infections like tapeworms, Lyme disease, Tularemia, and Anaplasmosis are just some of the possible transmissions through fleas and ticks. And, contrary to popular belief, fleas aren’t only prevalent in outdoor, woodsy environments. These parasites are commonly seen in leaf piles, tall grass, under decks, and close to fences. So, even if your cat or dog doesn’t venture past your backyard, they are still at risk of fleas and ticks and the diseases they carry. One of the best ways to protect your furry companion is through flea and tick preventatives.

Prevention: Our recommendations for all-inclusive parasite prevention:
Simparica TRIO (Dogs): Simparica TRIO is our recommendation for an all-in-one preventative for dogs. Simparica TRIO is a tasty treat given once a month to prevent heartworms, fleas, ticks, and intestinal parasites.	Revolution Plus (Cats): Revolution Plus is our recommendation for cats. Revolution Plus is a once a month topical application that prevents heartworms, fleas, ticks, and intestinal parasites.

Alternatives for Partial Parasite Prevention:

Heartgard Plus (Dogs): For those who prefer just a heartworm preventative, we offer Heartgard Plus which is a once a month treat that provides protection against heartworm and intestinal parasites.

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Cold Enough For Ya?:

Despite popular beliefs, ticks are active even in the cold weather months. Anytime it reaches above-freezing temperatures (>32 degrees Fahrenheit), ticks are willing and able to latch onto a host even through snowy conditions. During those days that reach above-freezing temperatures, your pet is at risk of being infected by ticks on walks or even in your own backyard. This just one of the reasons why we recommend a year-round flea and tick preventative for your pet even in the colder months

Schedule an Appointment for Flea & Tick Prevention

Your pets are members of your family, which means that you should do your best to keep them safe, happy, and healthy. We never forget how much love you have for your furry loved ones, which is why we are always compassionate and caring. Schedule an appointment with our clinic today, and let us keep your pets safe all year long.