More Information On Flea And Tick Prevention
Flea and tick prevention is one of the best ways to keep pets healthy. A regular examine of your pet during grooming is easy. There are products that are successful with getting rid of the pest but caution always needs to be used in order to prevent accidental poisoning of your pet. More helpful tips are below.
Finding ticks is usually easy. Simply examine their body with your hands while petting. Be sure to check their entire body including their ears. Another easy way to check for ticks is while bathing your pet. The water on their coat makes it more difficult for the ticks to hide.
To determine if there is a flea problem, use a flea comb to inspect the hair of a dog or cat. If none can be found but the pet is scratching and has hair loss with scabs on their skin, your veterinarian can complete a skin test for mites or bacterial diseases. However, sometimes it is best to simply treat for fleas first.
Most prevention options will need to be repeated for continued control. Topical treatments are most often applied to the back of the neck to prevent dogs or cats from licking it off. Shampoos are best to use when a young animal has a severe infestation. There are also oral products that work well.
When treating these infestations, an adverse reaction to the toxins used can sometimes occur. Young, old, sick, or injured animals will experience repetitive nerve discharges. The symptoms often manifest as an allergic reaction, paw flicking, ear twitching, mild depression, vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive salivation.
To prevent accidental poisoning, it is vital to follow the products directions closely. If using a spray, first apply to a grooming brush then evenly brush through the animal's coat. Use caution to not accidentally spray any product into the animal's mouth. If the product is in liquid form, do not submerge the animal into the liquid. Instead, pour it over their body and use a sponge to cover all areas.
Another tip is if your pets are outdoors most of the time, it will be necessary to treat the entire yard to get rid of fleas. Killing the eggs and larvae is important to flea and tick prevention. In addition, using a product on a regular basis will also help keep the pest away.
For more information on a vetererinarian in Wilmington DE or to find a mobile veterinarian in Wilmington check out At Home Pet Vet Care, Wilmington, DE 19809, 302-764-5174.
