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Protecting Your Puppies from Fleas and Ticks with Nexgard

It is important to keep your new furry friend protected by pesky pests. By following these instructions, your pup will stay happy, healthy, and flea- and tick-free! Read

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Protecting Your Puppies from Fleas and Ticks with Nexgard By Team PetCareRx

It is important to keep your new furry friend protected by pesky pests. By following these instructions, your pup will stay happy, healthy, and flea- and tick-free!

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10 Super Helpful Tips to Avoid Catching Fleas from Your Dog By Roy Higgs

Keeping your dog safe from fleas is hard. However, as long as you know the right techniques, it wonโ€™t be so difficult.

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25 Startling Flea and Tick Facts By James Donatelli

Flea and ticks are gross, annoying, and potentially harmful to your pet's health. Turns out, however, that they're also quite fascinating.

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5 Things to Know about Flea Allergy Dermatitis By Gina Carey

Flea bites cause different reactions in different dogs. If your dog is showing a bit more discomfort than usual after a flea bite, they may be suffering from flea allergy dermatitis.

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Advantage II vs Advantage for Cats and Dogs By Lauren Leonardi

Pet owners have been relying on Advantage products for top notch parasite control for many years. Some may wonder how Advantage II compares with first generation Advantage.

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All About Fleas By Madeleine Burry

Fleas can mean more than itching, flea bites can cause sores on the skin and can transmit diseases.

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All About Ticks By Madeleine Burry

Ticks are arachnids that bite animals and feed of their blood, spreading diseases as they go. Learn how to avoid ticks.

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Are Flea and Tick Treatments Safe? By Kim Compton

Flea and tick medications were designed to keep your pets safe from dangerous pests that carry potentially deadly diseases. We have listed a few leading manufacturers of flea and tick medications that are highly recommended by veterinarians across the country.

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Babesios in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment By Roy Higgs

Dogs are susceptible to the dangerous and perhaps fatal parasite illness known as babesiosis. This article breaks down the causes, symptoms and how to treat it.

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Can a Flea Infestation Kill Your Dog? By Roy Higgs

A flea infestation can lead to several problems for your dog. However, is it possible that a large or dangerous flea infestation can hurt your dog to the point where it dies?

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Can Constant Scratching Worsen Your Dogโ€™s Flea Bites? By Roy Higgs

Dogs scratch themselves for several reasons. While scratching isnโ€™t necessarily harmful, scratching on flea bites constantly can cause some trouble.

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Capstar Flea Treatment for Dogs and Cats By Team PetCareRx

Capstar is a fast acting treatment that will keep your cat or dog flea free. A single does will kill those pesky pests in a matter of minutes!

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Cause of Flea Allergy Dermatitis By Gina Carey

Flea saliva is the true culprit of flea allergy dermatitis. While all dogs will have a reaction to flea bites, allergic dogs react to flea saliva, too. Learn more to protect your dog here.

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Combining Flea Treatments and All-In-One Meds: What You Need to Know By James Donatelli

Mixing medication without proper supervision is always a bad idea, even when it comes to your pet's flea and tick medications. Here are a few things you should know before experimenting.

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Compare The 3 Types Of Flea And Tick Medication For Dogs By Gina Carey

With all of the different flea and tick medications out there, from topical and collars to flea pills, choosing can be a bit overwhelming. Here are 3 types of flea and tick medications compared so you can make a decision.

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Compare: Advantage II vs Frontline for Dogs By Lauren Leonardi

When it comes to dealing with fleas and ticks, the best answer is prevention. Here, we compare two of the best protection products on the market to help you decide which one is right for your dog, based on their lifestyle and where you live.

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Dealing with Seasonal Fleas and Allergies in Dogs By Roy Higgs

Fleas and allergies are year-round problems in dogs. However, during specific seasons, these problems take a turn for the worse. Thus, itโ€™s vital that you know how to deal with them in the best way possible.

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Do I Need Flea and Tick Protection Where I Live? By Kim Compton

No matter where you go or decide to live, you will never be able to escape a possible flea or tick infestation. These tiny pests can live everywhere, so it is important to always keep your pet protected.

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Do I Really Need Flea and Tick Protection? By Kim Compton

Do you really need flea and tick protection for your pet? Yes! Find out why.

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Everything You Need To Know About Dog Ticks By PetCareRx Authors

Dog ticks can lead to serious health conditions. Learn everything you need to know about ticks right from their life cycle to the best anti-tick products.

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Exploring natural flea and tick remedies for dogs By ContentFly

If your dog is sensitive to topical flea treatments then you may be at your wit's end. Fleas and ticks are no fun, and in this article, we'll explore some natural alternatives for dogs that can't handle harsh flea killers.

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Five Must-See Flea Videos By Team PetCareRx

Come get up close and personal with the flea. These five videos will give you some insight on these tiny pests and with this knowledge you will be able to better protect your pet.

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Flea and Tick Questions, Answered By Erin H. May

Many pet owners have heard of them, but don't really know much about fleas and ticks. We're here to help educate pet parents on how these pests operate, where they come from, how they harm your pet, and how to prevent and get rid of them.

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Flea and Tick Season: When to Use What Treatment By Matt Popkin

Where you live plays a big role in what sort of flea and tick protection, like K9 Advantix II and Frontline Plus, you should be using on your pets.

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Flea and Tick Treatment By Madeleine Burry

Fleas and ticks are nasty parasites that suck pets' blood and can leave diseases behind. Yuck! Here's how you can rid your home and your pet of fleas and ticks.

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Flea Collars For Your Dog By Team PetCareRx

Keep your furry friend protected at all times with a flea collar. It is best to prevent before an infestation can occur.

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Flea Pills for Treatment and Prevention By Madeleine Burry

Flea prevention for dogs and cats should always be the first line of defense that pet parents take when going to war with the flea. In case prevention seemed to have failed you, there are pill form treatment options that can rid your pet of those pesky pests.

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Flea Prevention for Dogs with Sensitive Skin By Kim Compton

Dogs with sensitive skin can have uncomfortable reactions to certain medicines. Learn what kind of flea prevention for dogs are good even if your pet has a bad response to flea treatments.

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Fleas By Team PetCareRx

Fleas are tiny, wingless insects that are known for their jumpiness and blood-sucking behavior. If you're trying to identify whether your furry friend has fleas, it's important to know what they look like. In this article, we'll take a closer look at these tiny pests and what makes them unique.

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Frontline vs Advantix for Dogs By Kat Sherbo

Frontline vs Advantix: K9 Advantix and Frontline Plus for Dogs are some of the top flea and tick treatments--but how do you know which is better for your dog? Here are the key differences.

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Get Rid of Fleas in 8 Steps - Infographic By Team PetCareRx

Worried your pet has fleas? Use this infographic to get rid of fleas in just a few steps! You'll be breathing easy in no time, and your pet will, too.

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Hot Spots on Dogs: What is Flea Allergy Dermatitis? By Matt Popkin

All it takes is one flea bite to cause Flea Allergy Dermatitis, which then leads to dog hot spots. Learn how to prevent FAD and treat hot spots on dogs here.

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How Do Dogs Get Fleas? By Gina Carey

Dogs can catch fleas just about anywhere. Here are some of the most common ways your dog can pick up these pests.

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How Do Flea Collars Work? By Lauren Leonardi

Flea and Tick Collars are, obviously, for dogs at risk of getting fleas and ticks, but have you ever asked yourself "how do flea collars work?" Learn how flea collars work and everything else you need to know here.

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How Do You Stop a Flea Infestation? By Madeleine Burry

When dealing with fleas, it's important to attack them head on and as early as possible. Here are some great ways to rid yourself of these pests quickly and efficiently.

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How Flea Pills, Flea Collars, and Flea Shampoos Work in Dogs By Roy Higgs

Flea pills, flea collars, and flea shampoos are all used to deal with fleas in dogs. However, do you know how they work? You should, since these products you regularly use on your dog.

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How Often Should You Schedule Puppy Deworming By Roy Higgs

Puppy parents may stress about deworming treatments, dosage, and schedules. This helpful guide addresses all concerns you may have about safely eliminating intestinal parasites from your puppyโ€™s system.

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How Parasite And Worm Treatment Works By Ellen Thompson

When it comes to parasite and worm treatments, there seems to be so many on the market that it's hard to figure out which one is the right one for your pet. Here is the inside scoop on how the top parasite and worm treatments on the market work their magic to rid your pet of unwanted pests.

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How to Care For Your Dog During Flea Season By Roy Higgs

Flea season is a nightmare for every pet parent as fleas can cause serious diseases. To avoid it, you must keep an eye out for flea dirt on your pet, be regular with topical flea preventive medications, and more.

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How to Check for Fleas By Kim Compton

Learn how to check for fleas on your pet by using a flea comb.

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How to Deal With a Flea Infestation on a Stray Dog You Just Adopted By Roy Higgs

Adopting a stray dog is a noble deed, but it comes with several challenges. One of these challenges is flea infestations. So, you must know how to deal with flea infestations if youโ€™re planning to adopt a stray dog.

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How to Deal With Your German Shepherdโ€™s Fleas By Roy Higgs

German Shepherds tend to catch fleas easily. So, you must know how to get rid of those fleas effectively.

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How to Detect a Flea Infestation in a New Home By Gina Carey

Although you're anxious to start putting things away and settling into your new home, it's important to ensure that there aren't any unwanted house guests already there.

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How to Get Rid of a Tick By Madeleine Burry

So you've removed a tick from your pet. Now what do you do with it? Here's how to do it.

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How to Keep Your Dog Safe from Fleas When Moving into an Old House By Roy Higgs

Old houses, like the ones where no one has lived for years, are likely to be infested with fleas. Thus, before moving into one, you must know how you can protect your dog from the fleas that reside there.

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How to Protect Your Pet from Fleas During a Trip By Roy Higgs

When you go on a trip with your cat or dog, you want to enjoy some quality time with them. However, fleas can make life difficult for your pet and you. So, you must know how to keep your pet safe from fleas when youโ€™re on a trip.

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How to Protect Your Pets from Fleas and Ticks during Florida's Peak Season By Team PetCareRx

It is no secret that fleas and ticks cause several health issues for pets, such as skin irritations, infections, and even diseases. With the right treatments and precautions, you can keep your animals comfortable and safe throughout the year.

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How to Stop Ticks By Madeleine Burry

Ticks lie in wait in grassy and wooded areas, and latch on to people and pets to bite and feed. Learn how to keep these disgusting bugs away from you and your pets.

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How To Tell If Your Dog Has Flea's By Team PetCareRx

If your dog has fleas, you should look for the following signs to determine if it has them. Take immediate action if your furry friend has flea's.

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How to Treat Fleas in the Yard By Gina Carey

Riding your yard of fleas can be a daunting task, especially if you're not sure where to start. Learn where fleas can be found in your yard and how to get rid of them for good!

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How to Use Frontline Plus for Dogs (VIDEO) By PetCareRx Authors

If you're a first time pet parent, or never had to deal with fleas, this is the perfect video to show you how to use Frontline Plus. You'll be a pro in no time.

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Identify Ehrlichiosis Symptoms at All 3 Stages of the Disease By Lauren Leonardi

Ehrlichiosis is a tick-borne disease with mild symptoms that can go undetected for many years, making it harder to cure. Early detection is key, so learn more here.

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K9 Advantix FAQs - Everything You Need To Know By Sam Bourne

K9 Advantix is one of the most popular choices when it comes to flea and tick medication, but it is still good to know as much as you can when it comes to giving your dog any new medicine. Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.

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Lyme Disease in Dogs and Cats By Lauren Leonardi

Lyme disease is a serious tick-borne illness that can affect both pets and people. Learn about prevention and treatment for Lyme disease.

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My Dog Still Has Fleas! By Matt Popkin

Sometimes getting rid of fleas comes down to trial and error until you get it right. If you're saying to yourself, "Why does my dog still has fleas?" Ask yourself these key questions and find out why.

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NexGard Chewables for Dogs By Team PetCareRx

Nexgard Chewables prevents and protects your dog from fleas and ticks. This beef flavored chewable is highly effective and your furry friend would think its a delicious treat!

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Revolution vs Frontline: Comparing Pest Preventatives By Lauren Leonardi

Pests are everywhere. They are completely unavoidable. So the best thing is to get your pet on preventative medications. Learn more here about two leading preventatives of fleas, ticks, and heartworm in order to decide which is best for your pet.

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Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Dogs By Meredith Alling

Rocky Mountain spotted fever is one of the most common tick-borne diseases to affect dogs (and people). Find out what symptoms to look out for and how to protect your dog.

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Safely Removing Ticks from Your Beloved Canine By Team PetCareRx

This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to effectively and safely remove ticks from your dog, as well as tips on how to prevent future tick infestations.

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The Best Heartworm, Flea, Ticks, and Parasite Prevention Medicines for Dogs By Roy Higgs

Many pet owners are concerned about how well their dogs are protected from heartworm, fleas, ticks, and other parasites. This article will examine the best heartworm, flea, tick, and parasite preventative medicines for dogs.

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The Flea Life Cycle By James Donatelli

The life cycle of fleas consists of four stages: eggs, larvae, pupae and adult. Controlling each is the key to avoiding a flea problem.

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The Top Reason's To Give Revolution To Your Dog By Team PetCareRx

Revolution for pets is an effective treatment that protects your dog from various parasites.

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Tick Paralysis In Dogs By Roy Higgs

Ticks are tiny parasites that live on the skin of animals. They feed on blood and transmit diseases to people and other animals.

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Tickitude Survey: Pet Parents' Concerns About Ticks on Pets By Kat Sherbo

Ticks aren't always top of mind for pet parents, but PetCareRx's Tickitude Survey reveals that the majority of US pet parents are worried about Lyme disease, a serious disease that ticks pass to dogs, cats, and humans.

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Top 7 Dog Heartworm Treatments By Sam Bourne

Heartworm in dogs is no joke. This vile parasite wheedles its way into your furry pal's heart or lungs and makes them very ill. While there are heartworm treatments, it can be very expensive and stressful, for both you and your dog. Explore the much simpler path of preventative medication and keep your canine heartworm free.

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Top Mosquito Diseases By Madeleine Burry

To us, mosquitoes are annoying insects that cause us to itch. To our dogs, they can be life threatening through various diseases. It is important to learn what these diseases are, and how to keep your dog safe.

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Trifexis FAQs - Top Heartworm & Flea Protection for Dogs By Kat Sherbo

Pests like fleas and worms can lead to very serious health issues, and some pretty hefty vet bills, too. Prevent heartworm, fleas, and intestinal worms with Trifexis for dogs.

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Trifexis For Dogs By Team PetCareRx

This chewable oral tablet prevents vicious heartworm disease as well as various dangerous parasites, both internal and external. It is veterinarian-approved and protects your dogs from all types of dangerous parasites.

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Trifexis vs Advantage Multi for Dogs - What's the Difference? By Lauren Leonardi

Parasites are a serious problem for dogs. Internal parasites like roundworms or hookworms can rob your dog of nutrients; while heartworms can do major permanent damage to your dogโ€™s heart. Fleas can also cause painful skin problems, hair loss, and lead to parasites.

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Understanding Fleas & Ticks By Team PetCareRx

Fleas and ticks threaten the health of both you and your pet. To understand the risks and how to battle them, read more here.

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What Are Ticks? By Madeleine Burry

Just the word tick sounds annoying. Many pet parents are uneducated on what ticks are. Come read about the many different kinds of ticks and how to keep your pet safe from them.

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What Diseases Are Caused By Ticks? By Madeleine Burry

While Lymeโ€™s disease is the most well known of the tick-borne illnesses, ticks can also carry other diseases that may cause harm to you or your pet.

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What Do Ticks Look Like? By Madeleine Burry

Ticks are red or brown, small and have 8 legs. But they grow to double their size when they feed.

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What Happens in a Home Flea Infestation By Team PetCareRx

A flea infestation can happen before you even know it. This video shows how fleas get inside and how quickly they can become a problem.

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What Happens When Fleas Get On Your Dog By Madeleine Burry

Find out what happens when fleas get on your dog, and learn to pick up on the signs that fleas have plagued your pet.

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What is Comfortis? By Madeleine Burry

Fleas are terrible pests that no pet parent wants to deal with. Comfortis is a fast acting flea killer, and better yet, a flea preventative that is safe to use with both dogs and puppies.

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What Temperature Do Fleas Flourish In? By Madeleine Burry

Discover what conditions, like temperature and humidity, lead to the optimal environment for fleas and ticks.

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What to Do About Fleas By Madeleine Burry

Treating for fleas can seem like a never-ending process, as new fleas hatch the moment you get rid of the adults. Use these tips to completely eradicate fleas from your home and pets.

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What To Do When Your Dog Won't Stop Howling? By ContentFly

Is your pet keeping you up all night? Are you struggling to sleep in peace? Here's how you could get the annoying dog howling to stop.

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What's Different in Frontline vs Frontline Plus? By Lauren Leonardi

Frontline was one of the top rated flea and tick protection products around, and then they came out with a product that offers even more protection, Frontline Plus. Find out more here.

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What's the Best Way to Get Rid of Fleas on Pets? By Madeleine Burry

Fleas are annoying pests that are not the easiest to get rid of. Check out these different options that are best for you and your pet.

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When to Use Trifexis vs Sentinel for Dogs By Lauren Leonardi

Fleas and ticks and their other pest friends are not only gross, but annoying to both pets and pet parents. Find out more here about two preventative medications that stop these horrible little creatures in their tracks.

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Where Is Lyme Disease Most Common? By Kat Sherbo

Lyme disease can cause serious illness in dogs, cats, and humans, and is more prevalent in some parts of the United States. Find out where Lyme disease risk is the highest.

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Which Are More Revolting: Fleas or Ticks? By James Donatelli

There is no question that both fleas and ticks are terrible pests. Which one is worst than the other? Here are some creepy crawly facts about fleas and ticks, and you can decide for yourself.

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Why is My Flea and Tick Medication Not Working? By Kim Compton

If you're providing your pet with flea and tick prevention like clockwork and they are still getting bitten up, check out a few reasons why your medication may not be working.

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