Advice on effective treatment against worms, fleas and ticks.

The most common issues with dogs and cats are fleas, ticks, and worms. These parasites not only cause discomfort to your furry friends but can also lead to serious health issues if not properly treated. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to treat your dog or cat.

1. Fleas and Ticks

Identifying Fleas

Fleas are tiny, wingless insects. Common signs of a flea infestation include:

• Excessive scratching, licking, or biting at the skin.
• Visible small, dark brown insects on your pet's fur.
• Flea dirt (tiny black specks) on their bedding or fur, which turns red when wet.

Identifying Ticks

Ticks attach to your pet’s skin. Common signs of a tick include:

• Visible ticks attached to the skin, particularly in less accessible areas like the ears and paws.
• Licking or chewing of one spot on their body
• Pet becoming lethargic and loss of appetite.

Treatment Options:

Fleaway Plus is a topical solution that can be applied directly to the skin. It kills fleas, ticks and lice.

One treatment provides up to 4 weeks protection from ticks and up to 8 weeks from fleas.

The solution can be used in puppys older than 8 weeks and weighing over 2kg.

The solution can be used on kittens older than 8 weeks and weighing over 1kg.

Manual Removal of ticks.

Using tweezers or a tick removal tool, grasp the tick close to the skin and pull gently but firmly.

• Considerations: Ensure the entire tick is removed, including the head.

Treating your pet alone is not enough; you must also address your home environment.

• Vacuum Regularly: Pay special attention to carpets, furniture, and pet bedding.
• Wash Bedding: Use hot water and a high-heat dryer setting.

2. Worms

Common types of worms include roundworms and tapeworms.

• Signs: Diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, bloated belly, visible worms in stool or vomit.

Treatment Options:

Oral Medications:

Deworming pills or liquids.

Wormaway Plus Tablets or Parazole oral solution are effective in the treatment of worms.

Cats and dogs should be wormed monthly if they are allowed off lead, eats things it finds in its environment, is fed a raw food diet and lives with children under 5 or elderly people.

Preventative Measures

• Regular Vet Check-ups
• Good Hygiene

Conclusion:

Treating your dog or cat for fleas, ticks, and worms is crucial for their health and well-being. Regular prevention and prompt treatment not only keep your pets comfortable but also protects them from serious health issues. Consult your veterinarian for personalised recommendations and to ensure you're using the safest and most effective treatments for your furry friends. With proper care, you can keep your pets parasite-free and happy!