Make sure you're caught up on your flea treatments before heading on a winter vacation to the tropics with your canine.
Heading off on a winter trip to the tropics? Make sure your pooch is protected
January 23, 2012
During the dead of winter, you may decide to leave it all behind, pack up and venture off to a warmer climate with your canine in tow. While this is probably going to be a wonderful trip for you and your companion, the areas closer to the equator are still in the height of flea and mosquito season. According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council, recent data has shown that dogs and cats are susceptible to heartworm in all 50 states. With this in mind, you should make sure that your canine is caught up on all of his flea treatments before you set off on your trip.
Topical drops are quite possibly the most effective flea preventative on the market, and Hartz UltraGuard Pro Flea and Tick Drops for Dogs makes it easier than ever. These drops use a Pro-Glide applicator directly at the skin level between a dog's shoulder blades and down the length of his back to the tail. This will provide 30 days of protection from fleas, ticks, mosquitoes and their larvae and will kill them on contact. This monthly treatment makes it simple to protect your pooch from the many risks that could arise in a tropical environment.
When you return from your trip, it's better to be safe than sorry when bringing your canine's crate back into your home, so you should treat it with Hartz UltraGuard Plus Flea and Tick Home Spray. This spray is a fabulous choice to treat carpets, upholstery and other places where your pet frequents and will kill fleas and ticks at any stage of their life cycles. The product makes use of an Insect Growth Regulator (IGR), which inhibits the life cycle of the insect and prevents it from reaching adulthood. This is the ideal choice when you spot the presence of fleas and their filth, and it could be a wise option to safeguard your home from a potential flea infestation.
You have more than enough to worry about when preparing for your winter trip to the tropics, and a flea problem shouldn't be one of them! By utilizing these fine Hartz products and being mindful of the many risks of visiting these parts of the world, you can have peace of mind that your four-legged friend will be safe on your journey.
