Preventive Care
In preparationFlea, Tick, and Heartworm Prevention
The Bay Area's mild climate means fleas and ticks never really take a season off, and heartworm is spread by a single mosquito bite. Year-round prevention is the standard here.
What this guide covers
- The three parasites and what each does untreated
- Prevention options: chews, topicals, and prescriptions
- Why Bay Area dogs need year-round coverage
- Checking for ticks after trail days
Written with our veterinary advisor
Every guide in myPawPair is reviewed by a veterinarian before it publishes. The full text of this one is in preparation, and the outline above is exactly what it will cover.