Fleas and ticks tend to attack pets the most during the spring and summer months and noticing these pests on your pet is always upsetting. Your pet may also scratch and bite at their skin to ease irritation, which can lead to them developing sores. At All Creatures Great and Small Animal Hospital and Urgent Care in Denville, NJ, we provide treatments that help pets stay flea-free throughout the year.

Bathe and Brush Your Pet

The first thing you can do to provide your pet with immediate relief is to give them a bath. Then, you can use a fine-tooth comb to brush their hair, which might help to remove some of the fleas. Keep in mind that this is just a temporary solution. The warm water will help to soothe their skin, but you'll still need to take your pet to a veterinarian to get rid of the problem.

Use Caution with Over-the-Counter Treatments

You'll find many types of flea and tick treatments at your local pet store. However, they may sometimes be unsafe to use if your pet is still extremely young. Some pets also lick topical treatments, which can lead to severe illness. Ask a veterinarian at our animal hospital if a new type of treatment is safe before you attempt to use it on your pet.

Arrange for Pest Control on Your Property

If your pet has fleas, then you likely have an infestation on your property. You'll want to arrange for professional pest control treatments to make sure that there aren't more of them lurking in your yard waiting to attack your pet. You may also need to wash or replace your pet's bedding to avoid a re-infestation after your pet gets treatment.

Bring Your Pet to a Veterinarian on Our Team for Flea Treatment

We can help make sure your pet doesn't have to scratch all summer long. At All Creatures Great and Small Animal Hospital and Urgent Care in Denville, NJ, we have safe and effective treatments to stop these irritating insects from making your pet miserable. If your pet isn't infested yet, a veterinarian at our animal hospital can even use preventative treatments to help them stay comfortable throughout the height of flea and tick season. Call us at (973) 625-3641.