🦟 Bug Off! Flea, Tick & Mosquito Prevention 101

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Your dog’s not the only one excited about longer walks and backyard hangs—fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes are having their own little festival on your pet’s skin. While you’re planning hikes and patio brunches, these pests are planning their next snack.

But don’t panic—we’ve got the ultimate guide to keep your pet itch-free, disease-free, and drama-free this summer. From vet-approved meds to DIY repellents and grooming hacks, consider this your seasonal shield. Ready to bug off?

Table of Contents

• 🧠 Quick Sniff: Why You Should Care

• 🔧 Prevention Tactics That Actually Work

  • 💊 Vet-Recommended Medications

  • 🛠️ DIY Solutions (That Won’t Turn Your Dog Into a …

  • 🏡 Around the House

  • 🪴 Natural Protection Add-Ons

• 💡 Tele-Vet Tips

• 🔑 Key Takeaways:

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 🧠 Quick Sniff: Why You Should Care

• Summer = sunshine, swims, and… supervillain bugs.

• Fleas? Tiny jumpy vampires.

• Ticks? Nature’s clingiest disease carriers.

• Mosquitoes? Heartworm hitmen.

These pests can lead to:

• Skin allergies

• Anemia

• Lyme disease

• Heartworm

• Tapeworm 🤢

• A very uncomfortable furball 😣

🔧 Prevention Tactics That Actually Work

💊 Vet-Recommended Medications

Consistency is key. Use one of the following every month:

• Flea & Tick Prevention: NexGard, Bravecto, Simparica

•  Heartworm Prevention: Advantage Multi, Revolution, Heartgard

• 📲 Ask a Tele-Vet about the best option for your pet

🛠️ DIY Solutions (That Won’t Turn Your Dog Into a Salad)

1. Lemon Spray for Fleas

• Slice 1 lemon, boil in water, and steep overnight

• Pour into a spray bottle

• Mist on fur (avoiding eyes) once a day

2. Apple Cider Vinegar Tonic (for Mosquitos)

• Mix 1 part ACV with 1 part water

• Add a few drops of lavender or cedar oil

• Use as a spray (again - avoid the eyes!)

3. Tick Deterrent Spray for Walks

• 1 Cup of water + 2tbsp witch hazel

• Add 10 drops of eucalyptus oil

• Spray on collar or harness before heading out

⚠️ Warning: Always test on a small patch first, and avoid use on cats without checking with your vet.

🏡 Around the House

• Vacuum rugs, beds, and furniture 2-3 times a week

• Wash pet bedding weekly in hot water

• Use flea traps or diatomeceous earth (I also didn’t know what this is) in corners

• Keep grass trimmed and clear brush from the yard

• Remove standing water (this is like a resort for mosquitos)

🪴 Natural Protection Add-Ons

• Cedar chips under pet beds and in garden beds (Flea Kriptonite)

• Neem Oil shampoo bath every 2 - 3 weeks

• Tick Checks every day (especially ears, paws, tail base, and belly)

💡 Tele-Vet Tips

DIY is great, but don’t skip heartworm prevention—it’s not treatable like fleas or ticks. A quick virtual consult can save you thousands (and your pet’s life).

👉 Talk to a vet

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Combine vet-approved meds with natural support.

• Keep your home & yard clean and bug-unfriendly

• DIY sprays can help, but know their limits.

• Daily tick checks are essential - don’t skip them!

• Prevention = peace of mind all summer long.

For more detailed guidance and personalized advice, consider scheduling a consultation with our experts at tele-vet.ca. We’re here to support you and your furry companion on this nutritional journey.

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Thanks For Reading, and Have A Great Week!