True or False? Fleas and ticks can be spread from one pet to another.

    

Answer: True

 

 

 

Sharing is caring…but not when it comes to fleas and ticks! Unfortunately, there are a few ways that fleas and ticks can spread between pets through direct or indirect contact:

• Fleas and ticks can transfer directly during play or simply being in close proximity to one another. Fleas can even jump up to two feet.
• When pets share living spaces, fleas and ticks readily move from pet to pet (and to people too!). Fleas lay eggs that end up in furnishings, pet bedding and carpets, which then hatch and can infest other pets in the home.
• Believe it or not, you can even spread fleas and ticks to your pet by carrying them into your home on clothing, shoes or other belongings.

To protect your pet, prevention is key! On top of regularly checking your pet’s coat for fleas and ticks, talk to your veterinarian about the right parasite preventive for your pet. As an added bonus, many of these preventive products protect against several other parasites.