Worming and Flea Control

Worming

Worms are an unwanted addition that your pet will bring into your home providing an increased health risk especially to young children and expectant mothers.

Young puppies and kittens experience a heavy infestation via transmission from their mother; as a result they need to be wormed intensively in the first months of their lives.

Regular worming is recommended after the first 6 months to protect against regular re-infection.

In addition specific products are available for pregnant bitches and we can discuss a more preventative routine for families with children and ladies expecting.

It is very important to use a reliable 100% effective wormer. Most wormers will not eradicate 100% of worms and infective eggs will still be produced. Please contact the surgery should you need further advice.

Fleas and ticks

Regular use of flea products is highly recommended.  Topical applications are available as well as 6 monthly injections for your cats if you prefer.

Fleas and ticks are mainly an environmental concern and we recommend that flea prevention and control as opposed to treatment when possible.

Flea eggs and larvae can live in the environment for up to 18months. Adult fleas can produce 1000’s of eggs and when seen are unfortunately just the tip of the iceberg. However no need to panic most pet owners have experienced a flea issue at some time and with sensible advice can be easily controlled. Contact the surgery should you require more information.

Ticks