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Be Aware: Ticks Are Still out There!
Fall can be one of the best seasons for getting you and your pet outside and into the fresh fall air. However, be aware that ticks are still out there, waiting, and looking for the perfect host for their next meal.
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Can I Get Lyme Disease from My Dog?
With the constantly increasing numbers of ticks in our area, it is only natural that Lyme disease is becoming more worrisome. Not only can this potentially fatal illness affect our furry family members, but it can impact human health as well.
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Map Displaying Areas at Risk for Ticks in Nova Scotia
While there once were specific areas in the province that were known to be at higher risk for ticks, it now seems to have become more of a general, widespread issue.
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When is Parasite Season in Nova Scotia?
When it’s the right time to start parasite prevention each year? The dreaded “parasite season” is upon us, and people flock to their clinics for parasite prevention products, but what is the true “parasite season” in Nova Scotia?
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Common Vet Myths – Tick Control
The Lyme vaccine negates the use of tick prevention – In a perfect world, we would have a routine vaccine that would prevent Lyme disease 100%. However, we do not have that luxury. There is a lot of controversy surrounding the Lyme vaccine and you need to discuss with your vet to ensure you get […]
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