{"id":648,"date":"2024-07-24T11:47:04","date_gmt":"2024-07-24T11:47:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/discountpetcare.improvepetcare.com\/?p=648"},"modified":"2024-07-25T12:09:16","modified_gmt":"2024-07-25T12:09:16","slug":"treatment-and-prevention-of-fleas-and-ticks-in-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/discountpetcare.improvepetcare.com\/treatment-and-prevention-of-fleas-and-ticks-in-dogs","title":{"rendered":"Treatment and Prevention of Fleas and Ticks in Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\">Your little furry friend is more susceptible to flea and tick infestations than you think. These nasty parasites are a year-round nuisance, and every time your dog leaves the house, there\u2019s a possibility of them getting infested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\">Moreover, it can happen even if they mostly stay indoors. What you, as dog parents, can do is be to treat and protect your pet from these parasites. Well, this informative guide is going to help you do just that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\">We will cover the fundamentals of flea and tick infestations, treatment methods, and popular products. You\u2019ll also learn some effective tips to prevent these pesky pets from attacking your pooch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e33b536bd20c70b29facefc8ceaa000e\">So, stay tuned till the end!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dd3ce36d7b1a0f5e4379199bedef4e93\">Common Signs of Flea and Tick Infestation in Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\">If you suspect a flea and tick infestation in your doggo, look for the following signs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Visible ticks or fleas on your dog&#8217;s skin<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Flea dirt on dog\u2019s fur<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Rashes or redness on the skin<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Loss of appetite<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Hair loss<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Pale gums<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Lethargy<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Excessive licking or scratching<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a9ff92dfd8d38dc4fe677797ffbea8d2\">Popular Treatment Methods for Flea and Tick Infestation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a40f4a72b0209eb72f3a3c8e3b9145fa\">In this segment, we\u2019ll cover the varied treatment methods for treating&nbsp;<strong>flea and tick&nbsp;<\/strong>infestations in your doggo. We\u2019ll also discuss some popular products from these respective treatment methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f35e72ae3649f305aa5624d3c74bc205\">Oral Treatments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\">Oral treatments, as the name suggests, are administered by mouth and are typically available in chewable or tablet form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\">Here are some popular dog oral&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpetcare.com\/dog-flea-and-tick-control-treatment-501.aspx\">treatments for flea and tick<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;infestations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ffa4c8f2c151372f4a82c6377daa5cba\"><strong>Bravecto Chewables:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpetcare.com\/flea-and-tick-control-treatment\/bravecto-for-dog-1317.aspx\">Bravecto Chewables<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is a flavored oral treatment for dogs. These chewables are effective in treating and preventing flea infestations. Plus, it treats and controls infestations caused by black-legged ticks, American dog ticks, brown dog ticks, Asian long-horned ticks, and lone star ticks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Dosage: <\/strong>Every 12 weeks<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Active ingredient:<\/strong> Fluralaner<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Recommended for:<\/strong> Dogs and puppies 6 months of age and older<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-004528be78c186d0752aca21e2e33b08\"><strong>Credelio:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-40e7fe73eb59129b2e99c98a89842e53\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpetcare.com\/flea-and-tick-control-treatment\/credelio-for-dog-11708.aspx\">Credelio<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is a widely popular oral treatment for protecting dogs against flea and tick infestations. These beef-flavored chewable tablets treat and control flea infestations and infections caused by American dog ticks, lone star ticks, black-legged ticks, and brown dog ticks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Dosage:<\/strong> Monthly<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Active ingredient:\u00a0<\/strong>Lotilaner<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Recommended for:<\/strong> Dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-12ee018f5600f28010f3bac917212678\">Topical Treatments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d76248a02f92a0a5cb64d836014fad10\">Topical, also known as spot-on, treatments are applied directly to the dog\u2019s skin, typically at the base of the neck between the shoulder blades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e8aa04d1bd682671e84488ea7b7629df\">These are some well-regarded spot-on treatments available in the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1129ca87bbc1aa727606da13dced9744\"><strong>Frontline Plus<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fc2177b8c9abeab48803c02c1f0fc2bb\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpetcare.com\/flea-and-tick-control-treatment\/frontline-plus-for-dog-1003.aspx\">Frontline Plus<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is a spot-on solution for protecting dogs against fleas, ticks, and chewing lice infestations. This easy-to-administer, waterproof formula protects your pooch for a month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Dosage:<\/strong> Monthly<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Active ingredients:<\/strong> Fipronil and (S)-methoprene<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Recommended for:<\/strong> Dogs and puppies from 8 weeks of age, weighing at least 5 lbs<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f8a7c2677af26984da1d44633bcf4ccf\"><strong>Revolution<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e8b131c547a475d713be2a5dc0eeb677\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpetcare.com\/revolution-pack\/dog-heartwormers-treatment-1303-1825.aspx\">Revolution<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0is a highly regarded topical treatment for the control and prevention of flea and tick infestations in dogs. This monthly treatment aids in the prevention of heartworm disease and facilitates the treatment and control of ear mites. Revolution is also capable of treating and controlling sarcoptic mange (Sarcoptesscabiei).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Dosage:<\/strong> Monthly<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Active ingredient:<\/strong> Selamectin<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Recommended for:<\/strong>\u00a0Dogs from 6 weeks of age<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-20f75d5f8d70a108ebae5c0065e86186\">Wearables<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-15ac4d506d7c4edd459635e53f67ba09\">Wearables basically include flea and tick collars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-592878456405886bcc67140ef23770dc\">Let\u2019s look at some popular tick and flea collars for dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e391b5b1027804a310922187dc0ab205\"><strong>Seresto Collar:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1472d38b340cad5507d71e3720bf2f04\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpetcare.com\/flea-and-tick-control-treatment\/seresto-dog-collar-for-dog-1190.aspx\">Seresto Collar<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is an amazing flea and tick treatment, highly preferred for the long-term protection it provides. This non-greasy, odorless, and water-resistant collar is effective against fleas, ticks, and chewing lice and will keep your doggo safe for 8 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Usage:<\/strong> 8 months<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Active ingredients:\u00a0<\/strong>Flumethrin and Imidacloprid<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Recommended for:\u00a0<\/strong>Puppies from 7 weeks of age<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6810cfeb0ebd2d008d76917d01ae8ae7\"><strong>Bayopet Tick and Flea Collar:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1d0c0463da6186ba1e640336168fe7c5\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discountpetcare.com\/flea-and-tick-control-treatment\/bayopet-tick-and-flea-collar-for-dog-1352.aspx\">Bayopet<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is another credible collar for dogs that effectively controls flea and tick infestations. It comes with a non-slip clasp and is easy to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Active ingredients:\u00a0<\/strong>Propoxur<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\"><strong>Recommended for:\u00a0<\/strong>Small, medium, and large dogs<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-532533b256fc241005349d5d4f698cb4\">Measures to Prevent Flea and Tick Infestations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ff07c10e688ae461a8b1a58a7fca79ca\">Take the following preventive measures to safeguard your beloved pet from flea and tick infestations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Maintain regular visits to the vet.<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Groom your dog regularly, and brush their hair.<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Avoid going to heavily wooded areas during walks.<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Know the common symptoms of flea and tick infestations.<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Mow your lawn periodically to maintain the growth of grass.<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Keep the house clean by sweeping or vacuuming your sofas, mats, chairs, etc.<\/mark><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-11405e8836e9cfe36ff978b316ea81b3\">Parting Words<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2dc99fd98ff3d378d96439d54b621595\">Pawsome! Now you know the common symptoms of flea and tick infestation, treatment methods, and popular products. However, to select the right treatment method and product, you must consult your vet, as these products have different coverage and suitability criteria. Happy parenting!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your little furry friend is more susceptible to flea and tick infestations than you think. These nasty parasites are a year-round nuisance, and every time your dog leaves the house, there\u2019s a possibility of them getting infested. Moreover, it can happen even if they mostly stay indoors. What you, as dog parents, can do is be to treat and protect your pet from these parasites. Well, this informative guide is going to help you do just that. 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