Dogs are not just pets. They are treated like members of the
family. And like any member of your family, it’s important to
keep your companion animal healthy and free of parasites.
Monitoring for any changes in behavior, appetite, or water
consumption and regular visits to your veterinarian are
important to the care and well-being of your dog. Your
veterinarian can accurately diagnose and safely treat parasites
and other health problems that not only affect your dog, but
also the safety of you and your family. It is fairly common for
a dog to become infected with an internal or external parasite
at some point in its lifetime. Parasites can affect your dog in
a variety of ways, ranging from simple irritation to causing
life-threatening conditions if left untreated. Some parasites
can infect and transmit diseases to people. By following your
veterinarian’s recommendations and having your pet tested for
parasites annually, you can protect your dog and your family
from potentially harmful parasites all year long.