Tapeworms and Your Pet 

Tapeworms and Your Pet 

Tapeworms, even the name sounds gross. But, tapeworms are a common type of internal parasite that affects dogs and cats. Some species of tapeworm are zoonotic, meaning they can be transmitted to humans. Learn more about these intestinal foes and how you can protect your pet from them. What Is a Tapeworm? A tapeworm is […]
Fleas and Ticks Don’t Take a Break: Why Year-Round Parasite Prevention is Essential

Fleas and Ticks Don’t Take a Break: Why Year-Round Parasite Prevention is Essential

When considering the smallest of foes (namely those itchy parasites like fleas) there’s good reason why they’re so mighty. They can proliferate and cause an infestation in the home that affects both us and our pets. For anyone who’s ever dealt with an infestation, avoiding a repeat episode is a must. Although small, many parasites […]
New Pet Parasite Prevention Options

New Pet Parasite Prevention Options

Parasites in pets are serious business. Some parasites, such as heartworms, can be deadly. Others, like fleas, are mostly just frustrating. Luckily, in modern veterinary medicine we have several options for pet parasite prevention, which will effectively prevent most parasite infections in our pets. While there are many options for pet parasite preventatives, we have […]
Parasite Prevention and Your Pet

Parasite Prevention and Your Pet

Contrary to popular belief, protecting your pet from fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes –and the diseases they cause – is not a seasonal affair. To effectively combat the dangers these parasitic pests pose to your pets, parasite prevention must be a year-round commitment. This is especially true in Rocklin, where the temperatures seldom dip to the point […]