Fleas, Ticks, Worming, Heartworm- Where do you start!

Date Posted:11 February 2020 

There are alot of options when it comes to preventing your pets from harmful parasites - which in alot of ways is awesome but in some ways can make choosing the medication for your pet just that bit harder. With so much choice it can be hard to know which is the best suitable for your dog or cat. Take a read of this blog to find out how you go about it all and choose your preffered method!

There are a few different parasites that your dog and cats need to be protected from, they include: 

  • Fleas - Fleas are tiny brown insects that burrow into your dog or cats skin and cause immense irritation. Fleas are the number one cause of skin disease in pets. Fleas can also transmit tapeworm to your pets so it is vital to treat them. 
  • Ticks - Ticks are more than just an irritating parasite. Ticks carry diseases and can cause paralysis in death which you do not want. 
  • Worms - Nobody wants to think about the idea of worms infesting their dogs internal organs but it is very common for pets not on any preventatives. Very serious health problems can occur if your dog or cat is not treated for worms asap. 
  • Mites - Mites are tiny creatures that burrow into your dogs skin and can cause intense itching, hair loss and skin infections - they can even be transmitted to humans. 
  • Mange - Mange is a highly contageous skin disease found in dogs. It is a result from mites and is somthing that you do not want to see your dog suffer through. 
  • Heartworm - Heartworm disease is an extremely serious disease that results in severe lung disease, heart failure, other organ damage, and death in pets, mainly dogs, cats, and ferrets. They get heartworm by the bite of an infected mosquito. The best treatment is prevention for heartworm. If your dog has the heartworm injection you are covered for the moment and will not need to include heartworm in your prevention plan. 

Now that you know what you need to prevent your dog from we move on to what you are going to use. 

Most pet owners just want a simple way to treat everything for their pets. Here are some of the ways you can prevent all of the parasites mentioned above. 

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                           Nexgard Spectra                                                         Tape worm Tablet 

 

With the combination of Nexgard Spectra and a tapeworm tablet you are treating - Fleas, Ticks, Heartworm, Worms and Tapeworm. 

 

The Big 5 Protection Pack

Each month out of this pack you will give 2 chews one for worming and one for flea and tick - All up it prevents Flea, Tick, Heartworm, Gastro Worms and Tapeworms.

 

The combination of a flea and tick product and a worming product such as: 

                              Flea and Tick                                 +                            Worms + Heartworm

         

          

 

If your pet has had the heartworm injection and you dont need heartworm prevention you can combine the flea and tick products mentioned above and one of these products: 

 

Tropiclean strives to create natural, healthy products that improves the lives of pets and their owners. With creative solutions to problems in the pet world, they have lauched delicious smelling pet shampoos to easy to use dental solutions. ...

Troy is commited to improving animal health, performance and wellbeing. They create innovative products with a key focus on affordability. They have over 50 years experience in this field and have some great products so take a look! ...

United pets is a leading brand in creating awesome and unique designs of accessories for pets. They focus on the pet and the pet owner and how they will benefit from each product. ...

Urine off removes stains so that you dont have to! You love your pets, but there is no doubt that you do not love the smell of their urine. Urine off is the #1 vet recommended product for pet urine and stain removal. Best of all it is safe for both humans and pets! ...

Uvex is commited to protecting people while keeping them comfortable and stylish. ...

Veredus is passionate about providing the best leg protection for your horse. Using advanced technologies and leading unique materials, Veredus has become a brand that professionals and horse people use regularly. Here at The Vet Shed we use these boots on our horses whilst showjumping and we love them. ...

Vetafarm uses cutting edge technology to formulate the highest quality, nutritionally perfect food for your pets. With their focus on improving animal welfare at the heart of their company, Vetafarm has become Australias leading innovator in companion health supplies. ...

Wahl is a grooming company dedicated to providine pet owners whether professional or not, with quality products to groom their pets efficiently and beautifully. ...

At Weatherbeeta they know that your pets wellbeing is your number 1 priority. Each weatherbeeta rug is durable, breathable and comfortable to wear. With great reviews Weatherbeeta has become a well known house hold name around Australia. ...

Yours Drooly understands the deep bonds that we share with our pets. It is their passion and experience that allows them to create the best snacks, treats and accessories for our pets. ...

Zeez is a brand commited to creating the coolest products on the market for your pets. With a range of beds, accessories and coats - there is sure to be somthing you and your pet will adore. ...

Zippy paws means design and quality. Sketching every toy and accessory, and picking out the best materials is just the start of their process in designing the coolest pet toys! These toys have been through testing from a range of furry testing teams and they love them. ...

Black Hawk is an Australian made pet food brand for Dogs and Cats. Made with nothing but real ingredients with no fillers or nasties. The Black Hawk range improves your pets health, happiness and longevity. ...

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