The spring and summer are the peak times of the year when animal owners will have to worry about the spectre of a flea infestation, but there is a lot more that pet parents will have to do around the home to keep their companions safe.

As a dog owner, you may have heard that this year's flea season is one of the worst in recent memory, and that is certainly the case!

Now that the mercury is reaching epic levels all over the country, one of the chief concerns of dog parents during this time of year is the ever-present danger of fleas and ticks.

While most animal health experts recommend that cats should stay indoors at all times, there are still many pet parents out there who let their felines roam around in the wilderness.

Responsible dog owners know that their companions need to be treated against fleas and ticks 12 months out of the year to prevent the chances of a flea infestation.

Many pet health experts have blamed last winter's mild weather as the catalyst for soaring flea and tick populations, but the dry summer forecast certainly isn't doing pet owners any favors.

Now that we're in the thick of summer, whether you're a dog or a cat owner, this is the time of year when you'll have to be extremely vigilant to halt the spread of fleas and ticks.

As a pet owner, you may be concerned with the elevated populations of fleas and ticks throughout the country, but one of the most daunting pests you'll face this season is the mosquito.

In the advent of soaring summer temperatures and the increased amount of time that your pooch will be spending outdoors, he is far more susceptible to flea and tick issues at this time of year.

Whether you've recently made a trip to the vet's office or have been talking with other dog owners, you may have heard that this year's flea season is a daunting one.