The warm weather gives rise to fleas and ticks outside. Fleas
are blood-sucking parasites that cause your pet to be extremely
uncomfortable and itchy. Flea infestations on kittens and
puppies can lead to severe anemia and death. They spread easily
from one pet to another causing a household infestation that is
extremely difficult to control. Ticks are also blood-sucking
parasites that can infect your pet with various tick-borne
infections, the most known being Lyme disease. Lyme disease in
dogs can cause chronic lameness, arthritis, and inflammation of
the joints, which cause extreme discomfort for your pet. A
vaccine for Lyme disease is available but it is not 100%
effective. The most effective way to protect your pet from both
parasites is PREVENTION. Topical flea and tick preventions like
Frontline, Advantage, and Advantix stop fleas and ticks from
biting and attaching to your pet. These monthly applications are
extremely affordable and will prevent chronic infections and
unmanageable infestations.