1. Put them on year-round parasite protection

A consistent, risk-based parasite plan is the biggest win for keeping unwanted guests off your pet.Spot-ons,tablets,chewablesandcollarswork to stopfleas,ticksandwormsbefore they settle in. Some adult cats and dogs need protection in every season. Central heating and mild winters give parasites a year-round open house. Other factors such as multi-pet households and mixing with other animals can increase the risk of fleas. Puppies, kittens, raw-fedpetsand cats that hunt regularly often need more frequent worming. The same goes for pets in homes with children or vulnerable adults. Walking your dog in areas with deer, sheep,cattleor long grass can meantheyremore likely to pick up ticks. Parasites can carry some nasty diseases, so prevention is important! With our health plan subscription, you get all-round parasite protection tailored to your pet, delivered straight through your letterbox for free, so you never miss a dose. The products are from brands you know and trust, it starts from just 5.25 a month. Plus, you can skip or cancel any time. Check out our health plans here.

2. Treat the home, not just the pet

Most fleasarenton your pet at all.Theyrein your carpets and soft furnishings, waiting to grow through their various life stages. If you only treat the dog or cat, the next generation simply clocks in for their shift and jumps aboard. A home clean-up routine helps break the cycle:Vacuum regularly, especially any hide-and-seek spots.Wash bedding and blankets on a hot cycle.Apply a household flea sprayto carpets and fabrics.Household flea sprays can be fatal to small pets and fish so always follow instructions carefully andrelocateall pets before spraying.

3. Make checks part of cuddle time

A quick hands-on check after walks or in the evening is one of the easiest habits you can build:Run your hands through the coat to feel for ticks,scabsor any tiny scuttling shapes.Check for fleas regularly using aflea comb, especially around the neck, base of the tail and groin. If you collect any dark coloured debris on the comb, wipe it onto a piece of damp cotton wool. If it turns orange/red, this is a goodindicationthere are fleaspresentand you need a trip to the vet. Fleas themselves arevery small,dark brown/black in colour and just a few millimetres long. They move very quickly and jump long distances, so can be tricky to spot.After walks through the country, look carefully for ticks all over. Ticks can vary in size, they can be grey orbrown, andcan often look like lumps or skin tags. If you look very closely through, you can spot legs.If you spot a tick,itsimportant to remove it with a propertick tool. Slide the hook close to the skin, then gently twist it until the tick comes away.Donttwist or pull the tick with your fingers,donttry to burn it, anddontsmother it in oils. Quick, clean removal reduces the risk of leaving the ticks mouthparts behind in theskin, andminimises disease transmission.

4. Stay on top of worming and poo hygiene

Worms are more subtle than fleas and ticks, but no less important! Pets pick them up from:Eating infected poo.Eating prey like mice or rabbits.Swallowing infected fleas while grooming.Eating grass.Drinking from outdoor water bowls.Most adult pets needwormingat least every three months; some higher-risk pets need monthly treatment. Your vet will usually recommend a product that coversroundwormsandtapeworms, and, for dogs in high-risk areas, lungworm too. Ifyourepregnant,itsreally importantto keep on top of your pets worming routine. Good poo habits are part of the plan:Pick up dog poo promptly on walks and in the garden.Clean litter trays daily and wash them regularly.Discourage scavenging and unsupervised snacking on mystery items outdoors.Itsnot glamorous, but it stops your pet turning the local park into a worm party.

5. Get a tailored plan from your vet

Theres no one-size-fits-all when it comes to parasites. Lifestyle matters:Outdoor adventurers, pets that travel abroad, raw-fed pets and cats that hunt are higher risk.Indoor-only cats still need protection, especially as fleas can hitch a ride in on shoes or other pets, though this may not be as frequent.Households with children, pregnant people or immunocompromised family members may need stricter worming schedules.Your vet can recommend the right combination of flea,tickand worm control. They can guide you towards a product and show you how often to use it, based on your pet and your household.

Fleas, Ticks & Worms: 5 Smart Ways to Protect Your Pet

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