Be prepared this summer against fleas. As the temperature rises with the change of seasons, so will the population of fleas. Besides being irritating, fleas carry disease, some of which are transmittable to humans. Year-round flea protection is extremely important for your pet's health and entire household safety.

With available monthly flea treatments, supplies such as collars, foggers, and sprays, keeping your pet and household flea free should be no problem.

• Always read label instructions on any pet flea and tick medication before administering to your pet.
• Review age and weight of your pet before application or dosage of any pet flea and tick medication.
• Give all pet flea and tick medication medications as directed, for example if your veterinarian recommends year round treatment, follow their instructions.
• Pet flea and tick medication products labeled for another animal types should not be given to another pet (NEVER give your cat products labeled for your dog and vice versa).

When battling a flea infestation it is important to keep in mind the following:

• Constant vigilance is required; particularly during those warm summer months.
  
• Keep areas where your pet(s) spend(s) a lot of time clean; vacuum, wash & mop.
  
• When vacuuming remember to get the creases and crevices as these are a favorite spot for those nasty fleas.
  
• Depending on your situation it may take as long a six months to become completely flea free.