05/21/2026
Dear Clients,
Parasites such as ticks, fleas, heartworms, and intestinal worms continue to pose a risk to pets throughout the Northeast. According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council, diseases such as Lyme Disease and Anaplasmosis remain common in our region.
At the same time, parasite patterns across the country are changing. With warmer temperatures, increased pet travel, and animals being transported across regions after natural disasters, parasites are spreading into areas where they were previously uncommon. This makes year-round prevention more important than ever.
A Complete Parasite Prevention Plan
The best protection for pets includes prevention for both:
Ectoparasites (external parasites)
• Ticks
• Fleas
Endoparasites (internal parasites)
• Heartworm Disease
• Intestinal parasites
While some over-the-counter products may help with fleas and ticks, heartworm prevention requires a veterinary prescription and annual screening tests to ensure it is safe for your pet to receive the medication.
For many pets, the most effective protection is a combination preventative that covers both external and internal parasites.
Is your pet protected?
If your pet needs vet-prescribed parasite prevention or is due for their annual screening test, please contact our office. Our team can help determine the best protection plan for your pet. You can also conveniently order many prevention products anytime through our online pharmacy.
Thank you for trusting us with your pet’s care.
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