Protecting Your Pets from Pests

Pests are not only a threat to humans, but may also bring considerable danger to our beloved pets. The problem gets worse when the pests that have infested our pets may now take their turn at the people in the household. There have already been numerous cases in which people get infected by the pests that have found a home in the bodies of our pets.

Serious Illnesses Suffered by Pets Due to Insect Bites

Like humans, pets are not immune to diseases that are transmitted by the numerous pests found within the household or nearby grounds. Ticks that are responsible for serious diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever may also cause paralysis in our dogs. Initial symptoms may manifest in the form of muscle weakness and loss of coordination and may result to death if there is a respiratory failure when the chest muscles become paralyzed.

Fleas do not just cause your dogs to scratch for endless hours, but may also cause very serious diseases to your pets. The saliva of fleas is believed to cause anemia, dermatitis, and may even spread tapeworms.

Tips in Protecting Pets from Pests

Especially during summer time when we like to take our pets outdoors and have some fun, the risk of the pets being infested by different types of pests increases considerably. To prevent the pets from getting those fleas and ticks, here are some tips that may be very useful.

 

  • Always check pets for the presence of fleas and other pests. Indications that your pet may have been infested would be excessive scratching, nibbling or licking.
  • As much as possible, avoid going in areas where fleas and ticks may be abundant. Number one area to avoid would be one that is full of tall grasses.
  • Make sure that your pet gets a bath or cleaned up after going out for a walk in woody or grassy areas or after playing with other pets.
  • Beddings, collars, toys, and other accessories used by your pet should be washed frequently and inspected for the presence of fleas and ticks.
  • These pests may have moved inside the house so it is imperative to check linens, carpets, furniture, and other areas where these pests may be holed up. Just to make sure, linens should be washed regularly and floors and carpets vacuumed frequently.
  • Talk to your veterinarian in order to learn techniques in the prevention of these pests and treatment should your pet be exposed to these fleas and ticks.
  • If you feel that your home has been infested by these pests, be sure to contact a professional to address this concern before it gets to the point that the problem may affect even the members of the family.
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