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Summertime is a fun time, but unfortunately, it’s also flea time. Veterinarians stress that the hottest months of the year provide the perfect environment for these pesky pests to swarm your pets and your property.

The good news is that there are some steps you can take to prevent fleas from taking control and causing distress for your cats and dogs

Here are some ideas to help de-flea your pet’s summer situation:

  • Limit Outdoor Time: Fleas tend to spend a lot of time in the grass and around bushes, which are common areas for pets to play when they’re outside. If you do tend to spend most of the season outdoors, begin a lawn treatment plan in early spring to control the plethora of flea larvae that develop in the soil. By the time summer comes, your lawn will be mostly free of them.
  • High Point, NC fleasAlter Their Diet: Many veterinarians recommend changing your pet’s diet during pest season. Add yeast and garlic to their regimens to help improve their immune systems. These ingredients also deter pests because it makes your pet’s skin less appealing in flavor.
  • Clean Their Beds: Cleanliness is critical when it comes to preventing an infestation of these pesky insects. Keep pet beds clean to ensure your furry friends aren’t slumbering in a questionable spot that could be contributing to the problem. Some beds can be dismantled and washed. During summer, wash them at least weekly.

At-home pet care options to eliminate fleas include bathing pets in rich, soapy water and spritzing lemon water all over their bodies. Ideally, if your pet develops fleas, it’s important to take them to a vet hospital as soon as possible, so the problem doesn’t grow worse.

High Point Veterinary Hospital, based in High Point, North Carolina, is the area’s leading vet hospital and pet boarding facility. If your pet is unwell or afflicted with fleas, bring them in for a wellness checkup or a thorough bath. Animal health is their top priority! Visit the website to learn more about their services, or call (336) 889-3832 to schedule an appointment.

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