Fleas are the most common external parasite that can plague
pets, and they can lead to irritated skin, hair loss, hot spots, and infection.
Fleas can also introduce other parasites into your cat or dog. All it takes is
for your pet to swallow one flea, and it can to end up with tapeworms, the most
common internal parasite affecting dogs and cats.
Year-round prevention is key. Regular flea and intestinal
parasite control, as well as heartworm prevention in endemic areas, is
suggested.
Because some parasite medications made for dogs can be fatal
to cats, talk to your vet about keeping your precious pets worm-free, flea-free
-- and safe
