In addition to backyard barbecues, poolside parties, and long walks, the warmer weather brings increased exposure to fleas, ticks, and summer allergies. Fortunately for animal lovers in Richmond, TX, the pet pharmacy at Greatwood Veterinary Hospital offers safe and effective tick and flea prevention products to help combat these parasites and the harm they inflict. Here, they offer a brief guide to keeping pests at bay throughout the summer.

Ticks and fleas are two of the most common external parasites. These insects can survive by feeding on the blood of others—such as cats, dogs, and even humans. Tick and flea bites can cause allergic reactions and ailments like hypersensitivity, hair loss, constant itching, infections, and the transmission of disease.

Tick and flea control is best achieved with preventative measures. A wide variety of medicinal choices are available through your local pet pharmacy, and your veterinarian can help you determine which option is best suited for your pet.

Tick and flea products are available in a broad variety of forms, including collars, oral tablets and liquids, and topical solutions. Selecting an appropriate tick- and flea-control product depends on a few specific factors, including the region you live in, the number and type of pets you own, how much time they spend outdoors, and other existing health conditions. The majority of pet pharmacy professionals recommend continuing tick- and flea-control products throughout the year.

In addition to preventative products, your veterinarian may also recommend a few simple at-home prevention tips, including vacuuming floors and furniture, washing rugs and bed linens frequented by pets, routine lawn mowing, weeding, and hiring a pest control service.

If you’re feeling itchy, schedule a veterinary service appointment at Greatwood Veterinary Hospital. Serving the Fort Bend area for nearly two decades, their experts provide pets and owners with personalized, compassionate veterinary care in addition to pet boarding and pet grooming services. Visit them online or call (281) 342-7770 to learn more about their pet pharmacy and veterinary services.