No one is happy to discover that a tick is feasting on our pet, and removing one (or more) isn’t pleasant, but it’s very important to do it quickly and correctly. Even though the task may seem intimidating at first, once you know how to remove a tick from your dog, it is easier than […]
Ten Common Cat & Dog Flea and Tick Myths
According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, a myth is: “A popular belief or tradition that has grown up around something or someone, OR an unfounded or false notion.” Although there’s a great deal of information available regarding fleas and ticks – sadly, not all of it is accurate. Fleas and ticks can cause many health […]
How to Get Rid of Fleas: A Comprehensive Guide
Do you dread flea season? Most of us do, because it’s a little being the ringmaster or juggler in a three ring “flea” circus! And, like any circus, if you don’t get your ticket and get in line early, you’re likely to miss some of the best acts! It’s the same with planning your strategy […]
My Flea and Tick Topical Doesn’t Work!
My topical flea and tick prevention doesn’t seem to be working. What’s wrong? Did they change the formula? If you’re routinely providing flea and tick prevention to your pet but they still seem to be suffering from bites, there are several reasons the product may not be working. Although it seems like a given, make […]
How to Get Rid of Ticks and Why You Should
We have been focusing on fleas all week – it is Flea Week, after all – but we couldn’t let the week end without mentioning the other blood-sucking parasite, ticks. If your pet is a tick magnet, like one of my dogs, these nasty creatures may be more of an issue for you than fleas! […]