Summer days bring us a world of adventure; walks in the sun, afternoons by the pool and plenty of playtime for pets. Summer also brings a surge of tick and flea activity, especially after the first rains. Don’t let the pests put a stop to the fun this season and follow our tips below.
Start with spring cleaning
Prevention is better than the cure when it comes to fighting ticks and fleas. Give your couches, beds, curtains and pet bedding a good vacuum to get rid of any eggs that may be waiting to hatch in spring. Throw plush toys in the washing machine and dry them out in the sun.
Ticks and fleas love long grassy areas so mow the lawn and trim the bushes before you let your pets outside. Avoid unkempt grass and bushy areas when taking your dogs for a walk.
Regular bath time and grooming
Dogs should be bathed at least every two to three months, but more often if they play in mud or dirt. Check your pets after they’ve been outdoors or with other pets so that any infestations can be treated immediately. Use a good quality shampoo, like Vet’s Own, which you can order online here. Cats can be bathed every 4 - 6 weeks depending on whether they are inside cats or allowed to roam outdoors.
Brush through their fur carefully and thoroughly to prevent any infestations from spreading. You can also rely on professional groomers, like The Queen Grooming Parlour in Menlo Park, Pretoria.
Prevention and Protection for dogs and cats
Keep your pets protected with treatments like Bravecto. The chewable tablet treats fleas for 3 months, controls paralysis ticks for up to 4 months and prevents mites. Bravecto’s Spot On treatment for cats offers 3 months of protection. Order Bravecto products directly from The Queen – shop here.
While Nexgard offers monthly treatments to protect dogs and cats from ticks and fleas, it also contains deworming ingredients. Nexgard also offers a spot on solution for cats and a chewable tablet for dogs, making complete parasite protection easy to administer. Shop Nexgard online here.
For pet owners looking for more cost-effective solutions, Credelio and Fiprotec also offer excellent tick and flea prevention treatments and both are available at The Queen Pet Shop. If you purchase Credelio in store at The Queen Pet Shop before 30 September, you can stand a chance to win a water cooler or an air fryer. Keep an eye out for the entry box in our stores.
With good grooming habits, a clean home and preventative treatments, keeping your dogs and cats free from ticks and fleas can be managed effectively.
Visit the team at your nearest Queen Pet Shop for more product recommendations and advice to treat your pets like royalty!