Parasites can quickly cause irritating infestations and serious diseases that make your pet sick and affect your family’s health (yes, some can be passed on to humans!).
Pesky parasites may catch a ride on your dog, cat, or shoes, or enter through a window or door. The outside always comes inside, no matter how clean your home may be. That’s why it’s wise to be vigilant with protective measures.
Fleas are small, blood-sucking insects that feed on your pet (and you). Flea bites can cause itchiness and severe skin reactions, and fleas can transmit tapeworms if ingested by your pet.
Ticks attach themselves when your pet walks through grassy or wooded areas and can transmit serious, even fatal diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Ticks can feed off your pet (or you) for days before laying thousands of eggs inside your home.
The best defense is year-round protection you can trust. Speak with your VCA veterinarian about what prevention is best for your pet’s lifestyle and health. We can even have it shipped directly to your door through our Home Delivery program. If you worry about putting the box in a drawer and forgetting to administer the preventative, we understand. A single dose can be shipped every month with our Never Forget program. We love this program because when you receive it in the mail, it’s time to administer it. Ask our team for details.
