In the springtime, pets tend to spend more time outdoors, and so do their owners. In addition, the parasites that hibernate in the cold come back in the spring and are looking for animals to infest. If you are interested in a holistic veterinarian for natural pet care, call our Rolla animal clinic to make an appointment for a full health exam and parasite prevention.

Flea and Tick Prevention

It can be helpful to cut back shrubs and weeds in the spring to keep more pests away from your pets. Fleas and ticks love weedy areas that are nice and tall, so cut weeds back and keep lawns short. It's also helpful to check your pets after they come inside for fleas and ticks. Feel along your pet's head and body to check for ticks attached to the skin. To check for fleas, look around your pet's stomach where there is less hair and fleas will be more visible there.

Parasite Prevention Medication

Flea, tick, and heartworm medication is available for pets whether they spend time outside or spend all their time inside. Pets are vulnerable to several parasites no matter where they are. They can pick up a flea virtually anywhere, including inside your house. They can pick up a tick if they spend any time outdoors. They can pick up heartworms from mosquito bites. Parasite prevention medication makes it easy to care for your pet and make sure they are free from these parasites. Most of these medications are chewable so that they are easy to take.

Schedule an appointment with Our Holistic Veterinarian for Natural Pet Care in Rolla

If you are in the Rolla area and are interested in natural pet care, contact South Side Animal Clinic today. Call us at (573) 426-3647 for more information or to schedule an appointment with our holistic veterinarian.