Dog Allergies Explained: From Food and Fleas to the Surprising Human Connection
Not long ago, while watching Jeopardy, a contestant shared a surprising story about his dog—one that caught many viewers off guard. The dog suffered from an unusual allergy, and after veterinary testing, the cause was identified: human dander. Yes, the dog was allergic to his owner. After starting monthly allergy injections, the issue became manageable, allowing both dog and human to live comfortably together again. While it’s uncommon, dogs can, in rare cases, develop allergies to people. Just like dogs, humans shed dander. Tiny flakes of skin and hair are released into the environment every day. When dogs are sensitive ...
10 Effective Ways to Protect Your Pets from Fleas and Ticks
Welcome to the third installment of our flea and tick series. If you remember, in the first segment of our series, we covered preparation strategies for yourself and your pets ahead of flea and tick season. In the second segment of our series, we explored what steps to take upon discovering fleas and ticks on your pet and the proper technique for safely extracting a tick should you locate one. We also examined three distinct tick species found throughout the United States and the illnesses that each tick variety can transmit. With that context, welcome to the third segment of ...
Fleas and Ticks on Pets: Detection, Removal, and Protection Guide
Welcome to the second installment of our three-part flea and tick series. If you remember, in the first segment, we explored preparation strategies for flea and tick season. We also covered what we, as pet owners, can implement to minimize the likelihood of a flea and tick infestation. Today, in the second segment, we’ll explore what steps to take should you discover fleas and ticks on your pet. Subsequently, in the third segment of our series, we’ll explore the ’10 Best Strategies That We Can Implement’ to eliminate fleas and ticks immediately. Let’s start, however, by covering essential information that ...
Preparing for Flea and Tick Season: A Complete Prevention Guide
The hotter seasons throughout the year mark the start of flea and tick season across the United States. Ticks thrive in Utah and based on your location you may encounter flea problems as well. During these months, these microscopic parasites invade our residences and irritate our pets while simultaneously bothering us too. Today we’ll cover preparation strategies for yourself and your pet ahead of flea and tick season. A modest investment in prevention will prove invaluable in maintaining your pets’ health and safety. Fleas and ticks frequently prove challenging to prevent and manage even more so because numerous pest management ...
Fleas in Dogs and Cats: How to Eliminate Them for Good
Fleas are one of the most frustrating parasites a pet owner can face. Once they make their way onto your dog or cat, it often feels like they’ve taken over your entire home. Unfortunately, fleas don’t disappear on their own, and there’s no instant fix. Successfully eliminating fleas requires consistency, patience, and a clear understanding of how they live and spread. Before diving into treatment options, it’s important to understand what fleas are and how infestations begin. Understanding Fleas and How Pets Get Them Fleas are tiny, brown, wingless insects that commonly attach themselves to dogs and cats in two ...
