Finding a flea and tick medication that works for your pet doesn’t need to be stressful or complicated. Your veterinarian can evaluate your pet’s age, weight, and general health and make a recommendation for the most effective flea and tick medication for your needs. Here are some things to consider when looking at flea and tick medication for your pet:
Visit Your Veterinarian
The first thing you should do when looking for effective, safe flea and tick prevention methods for your pet is to talk to your veterinarian. Your veterinarian can help you find the most effective method for your pet’s age, weight, and health. If you don’t consult a veterinarian, you risk picking a prevention method that is unsafe or ineffective.
Ask Friends & Family for Recommendations
If your veterinarian gives you a choice between more than one brand of flea and tick prevention and you aren’t sure which one to choose, ask your friends and family. They can give you inside info on how easy it was to administer, how effective it was, and if their pets had any negative reactions to the treatment.
Check Online Reviews
If your friends and family don’t have pets, you can turn to online reviews of different brands of flea and tick prevention. Look for four or five star reviews that mention ease of application or administration, efficacy of the medication, how often they had to readminister, and if they would use it again.
Think Twice Before Trying DIY or Natural Methods
It might be tempting to use an all-natural or DIY flea and tick prevention method, but chances are high that these methods won’t work. They could also expose your pet to health risks, allergies, illness, and infections, all while failing to prevent flea and tick bites.
Don’t take risks with flea and tick prevention. If you have any doubt about what type of flea and tick medication is right for your pet, consult with your veterinarian.
