Ehrlich's deBugged Blog
Home  /  Debugged - the lighter side of pest control  /  Protect your pets from pests this summer
woman and pet dog
03 July 2019

Protect your pets from pests this summer

Written by Rose Smuller
Rose Smuller
Debugged - the lighter side of pest control cat, dog, pest control, pets Leave a Comment

We aren’t the only ones who want to spend more time outside during the summer months. Our beloved pets want to be out there too. As pet owners, it is our responsibility to keep them safe. Be on the lookout for these summer pests that may cause harm to your furry companions:

Stinging Pests

As bees and wasps are flying around, it may be tempting for your dog or cat to chase and snap at them. It’s common for pets to be stung around the mouth, nose or muzzle area. If your pet does get stung, watch for signs of an allergic reaction and contact your veterinarian.

Fleas

Fleas are one of the most common pest issues for pets. Dogs and cats can get fleas from being outside and around other animals. One female flea can have 25,000 offspring in one month which can quickly result in an infestation. The best defense is to use a flea prevention medicine, bathe your pets, vacuum carpets, and wash pet bedding regularly.

Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are not only dangerous to humans, but can be harmful to pets as well. The biggest concern is heartworm. This parasitic worm can be spread by mosquito bites. It’s extremely important to speak to your veterinarian about medication to prevent heartworm.

Ticks

Our pets can contract a lot of the same diseases from a tick bite as humans such as Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, and anaplasmosis. In addition to talking to your veterinarian about tick prevention medication, a pest control professional can apply a barrier treatment to your yard which will reduce the tick population around your home. If you find a tick on your pet, remove it immediately by using tweezers and grasping the tick as close to the skin as possible.

protect pets from pests

There are preventative steps you can take to protect your pets:

  • Inspect your pet thoroughly after spending time outside
  • Bathe your dog regularly
  • Keep your lawn trimmed
  • Consult your veterinarian

Ehrlich is here to protect you and your pets from pests. Our pest specialists will evaluate your home and yard to identify potential pest issues and make recommendations to eliminate and control pests in and around your home. Contact us today to find out more.

Rose Smuller
Rose Smuller

As a Marketing Manager for Rentokil North America, Rose manages e-communications for residential pest control services. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with friends and spoiling her niece and nephew.

Related Posts

  • woman helping young girl with remote learning

    The year ahead: pest predictions for 2021

    January 4, 2021
  • Group of Asian ladybeetles in window gap

    Overwintering pests: A spring awakening

    March 15, 2020
  • Carpenter ants on white rice

    Termites or carpenter ants?

    February 26, 2020
  • sewer pipe

    Are rats posing a risk to your business?

    October 25, 2019

Leave a Reply

Cancel reply

COVID-19 disinfection services

Ehrlich’s disinfection solutions can help businesses deal with the effects of coronavirus.

Protects your business against infectious bacteria, viruses and disease.

Targeted disinfection solutions including ULV fogging and touchpoint cleaning.

A tailored service delivered in a safe, discreet and legally compliant manner.

Find out more

Need some advice?

Talk to one of our experts:

Give us a call

(888) 984-0186

Subscribe to the deBugged blog


Categories

  • Countries
  • Day in the Life
  • Debugged – the lighter side of pest control
  • Mythbusters
  • Pest Control Tips
  • Pest Profile
  • Pests in the Headlines

FIND US ON FACEBOOK

Find Us on LinkedIn

Ehrlich Pest Control

As Your Local Pest Control Experts, Ehrlich has been providing expert pest control services to homeowners and businesses since 1928. Ehrlich provides both residential and commercial pest control through a network of 40 plus community based offices.

Reading. PA 3,500+ employees

© 2018 Rentokil Initial plc and subject to the conditions in the Legal Statement.

  • Current News
  • Pestaurant
  • Noises in the Attic
  • Insect Stings
  • Top 10 House Pests
  • Pestfree365 - Yearly Protection
  • Pest Proofing
  • About Ehrlich
  • Our Brands
  • Company Information
  • Green Pest Control
  • Technical Expertise
  • Careers
  • Legal Statement
  • Cookie & Privacy Policy
  • Do not sell my personal information
PestNetOnline
PestID
  • www.ambius.com www.ambius.com
  • www.initial.com www.initial.com
  • www.rentokil-steritech.com www.rentokil-steritech.com
  • www.rentokil-initial.com www.rentokil-initial.com