Do dogs really need tick medication?

Dogs can pick up fleas and ticks by brushing up against grass in a yard or even by being in the proximity of another infected, untreated animal. Fleas and ticks on your dog are more than just a topical problem. Both types of pests feed off of the blood of animals. They do this by biting or attaching to your dog’s skin. In large numbers, this can create anemia in your precious pet. In addition, fleas and ticks carry a variety of blood-borne diseases and infections, many of which can be life-threatening in man’s best friend. Tick Paralysis, tapeworm, Lyme disease, dermatitis, and more are all transmitted by these noxious insects and pose serious risks to Fido’s health and well-being. Maintain a regimen of flea and tick control to protect you and your pet. The options are endless when it comes to specific treatment methods, including once-monthly topical treatments and systemic pills that are both effective flea deterrents. Talk to your vet about flea and tick control for all members of your family.

Stop ticks from biting your pet by using a tick treatment that either kills or repels them if they attach themselves. There are different types of treatments, such as spot-on treatments and tablets. Ask your vet for the best tick treatment. Ticks carry a serious bacterial infection called Lyme disease. Dogs, cats and humans can all get Lyme disease, although it's uncommon in cats. If you catch it early, Lyme disease can be treated with antibiotics. Tick bites can carry diseases, so it's important to remove them straight away. If you're unsure how to remove a tick, please speak to your vet first. Going on holiday, diseases not seen in the UK can be passed by biting insects and ticks when abroad, if you're taking your dog on holiday with you, ask your vet about preventative treatments needed to protect your pet from ticks.