Hello! My name is Ricky. I would like to give you a pest control guide which will help you to rid your property of different kinds of pests. At this point, I should say that I am not a professional pest control contractor but I do have a great deal of experience of hiring pest control services and watching the agents work around my home. If you have ever seen a man catch a spider, snake or rat, you will be amazed at the skill they demonstrate. I have learnt a lot of very cool things from pest contractors which I will be sharing with you here.
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If you have pets on your own, particularly dogs and cats, it is likely that your residence will become vulnerable to ticks and fleas. And ticks and fleas can easily transfer onto your furniture and your clothes, which means you and your family are at risk of being affected by these pests and possibly contracting Lyme disease.
Secondly, ticks and fleas do not just cause itchiness in your pets. They can also transmit a host of ailments such as spotted fever or worms. Therefore, safeguarding your pets and subsequently your home from fleas and ticks is imperative for both your health and that of your furry friends. Below is a list of concise answers to your flea and tick control questions.
Can ticks and fleas be avoided?
While there is no clear-cut way of keeping ticks out of your yard, you can take steps to prevent them from infesting your pets. There is a host of medications that you can choose from to stave off an infestation. While topical medications were the norm in years past, veterinarians have found oral medicines are much more efficient at preventing a scourge of ticks and fleas in your home. Additionally, it is essential to make sure that you observe correct grooming on a regular basis so that your pet's coat is clean and free of pests. Take note that matted fur is a haven for bugs, so if your pet has some matted tufts of fur, they could easily hide fleas and ticks.
Can you purchase the same medication for your dog and cat?
It may seem logical to buy extra dosages of the same medicine to administer to both your cats and dogs if they have a flea or tick infestation, but this can prove deadly. Cats have a vastly different metabolism than dogs. Thus, while one medication will work brilliantly on your dog for flea and tick elimination, the same medication could kill your cat. Some substances, like permethrin, for instance, are harmless to dogs but fatal to cats.
Should you only worry about infestations during the summer?
Fleas and ticks may be highly active during the warmer months, but this does not mean you're safe during the winter. While cold temperatures do limit their activity, if the fleas and ticks are already nesting in your dog's fur, they will survive the cold months and thrive all year round. Therefore, there is no one season when you should overlook flea and tick control for your pets.
Contact a pest control specialist for more information.
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