Take care of your pet by giving it the best dog food that avoids the threat of fleas and ticks in the heat.

With the arrival of summer and the rise in temperatures, it is time to talk about the threat that external parasites pose to your dog, such as fleas and ticks. These little “bugs” increase their activity with the heat and can spread serious diseases to your furry friend if appropriate precautions and measures are not taken. It is necessary to give him the best dog food that will deal with these threats.

We tell you what consequences the conditions caused by these parasites can have for your dog, the symptoms of their possible diseases and how to prevent and combat the arrival of these unpleasant companions.

Tick infections

Nasty ticks bite into your dog's skin and can cause irritation and infection in the area. Sometimes, and through their saliva while they feed on your furry's blood, they can inoculate certain toxins that cause paralysis, coagulation disorders, deterioration of the immune system or can transmit infectious diseases such as the so-called canine ehrlichiosis, lyme or babesiosis. The symptoms of all of them, in general, can be more or less strong or noticeable depending on the dog's immune system. Some of these are rashes, apathy, fever or anemia, among others.

Removing a tick that has bitten your dog's skin can be unpleasant and difficult to do, but for its safety you must learn how to remove this parasite from its skin. You should grab the tick as close to the skin as possible with fine-tipped tweezers and pull it gently but firmly. Without twisting or shaking or crushing the tick.

Fleas and allergic dermatitis

Fleas, like ticks, are an uncomfortable and unpleasant “travel companion” for your dog, as well as a serious problem for your home if their presence increases and is not stopped promptly.

From the moment fleas attack the animal, they trigger an annoying itch that causes the dog to scratch compulsively. If the fleas that attack your furry companion are very numerous, by sucking his blood they can cause anemia or transmit other diseases such as plague or typhus. But the most common thing is that fleas cause with their bites what is known as Flea Bite Allergy Dermatitis (FAD), which consists of a hypersensitivity reaction to the antigens present in the parasite's saliva. Its symptoms are scabs and erythema (superficial inflammation of the skin characterized by red spots).

Given the presence of these “bugs” and their consequences on your dog's health, go to the veterinarian to advise you on the use of specific products to eliminate these annoying parasites and treat the affected skin of your dear friend.

Don't risk it! Anticipate and protect your dog

It is clear that prevention is better than cure when the health of your dogs is at stake. And yours too. That is why the best weapon against fleas and ticks will be prevention, especially with the onset of summer. And you will wonder how to combat its presence and rid your dog of its attack... We give you some basic advice!

1. Maintain proper hygiene and brushing, especially in spring and summer when ticks and fleas are more active. Bathing your dog should be more frequent at this time of year and if you add a specific antiparasitic product, even better.

2. Check your dog after each walk or, at least, with some regularity, since these external parasites are normally transmitted on the street, in nature and through contact with other dogs.

3. Keep your dog's vaccination schedule up to date, since, although the risk is higher in summer, the threat of fleas and ticks is present all year round. Up-to-date vaccinations will make your pet much better protected against any disease.

4. Choose an appropriate prevention treatment. It is possible to purchase specific products in different formats - collars, sprays, pipettes, etc. - to combat the arrival of these undesirable “bugs”. Look for endorsed and quality brands.

5. Another key to preventing the spread of diseases from these parasites will be to maintain optimal health for your dog, in which its diet will be essential. You can strengthen his immune system and offer him the best natural dog food by choosing from the various ranges of dog food from Dibaq Petcare ,

You already know, in summer don't let your guard down and if you see that your dog scratches more than usual and continuously, it could be a sign that some type of parasite or insect is bothering him. Observe its skin and coat and if you have any questions, go to your trusted veterinarian.

And may summer only be there for you to enjoy the good weather together!