Pet Care: Keeping Your Pets Safe from Fleas and Ticks

If you have pets, whether they are dogs or cats, odds are they will get fleas and/or ticks at some point. It is inevitable, even if you try your best to keep them indoors. It is not news that fleas and ticks can cause health problems for pets. What may be newsworthy is what you can do about it. According to veterinarians, especially those at Tierrasanta Veterinary Hospital in San Diego, there are preventative measures you can take to help your pet deal with these pests.

Does Keeping Your Pet Indoors Help?

In theory, it would. The problem is, that it is difficult to do. If you have a dog, he or she needs to go outdoors to relieve themselves. If you have a cat that is primarily an indoor pet, occasionally they dart out the door and you must retrieve them. Even if these scenarios are the only extent to which your pet goes outside, it could be enough to pick up skin parasites.

The Best Way to Prevent Flea and Tick Infestations

A good start is finding a reputable brand of flea and tick collar for your pet. They are typically medicated and available in places that cater to pets. If your dog or cat does start scratching, it could be a sign that they have picked up skin parasites. To avoid an infestation, there are medications you can buy. The medications can come in liquid form that gets applied to its skin, or in the form of a chewable tablet. Either one of those options should do the trick.

Local Veterinarians Can Give You Some Tips

Veterinary care assistance can be quite helpful when dealing with fleas or ticks. In an emergency, you can always go to your local animal hospital. At Tierrasanta Veterinary Hospital in San Diego, we are trained in what to look for and how to handle any infestation that might be affecting your pet. Our staff is also trained in all of the best prevention techniques to avoid this problem all-together if it's possible. Veterinarians care about your pet just as much as you do and are happy to help. If you suspect fleas or ticks, give our local animal hospital vet a call today at (858) 292-6116.

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Tierrasanta Veterinary Hospital

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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Tierrasanta Veterinary Hospital

Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday
Closed