How to Protect Pets During Peak Tick Season

Veterinarians at My Pet’s Vet Group are encouraging pet owners to stay alert during tick season. Ticks are most active during the warmer months and can spread serious illnesses to both pets and people. Dogs and cats may be exposed during walks, hikes, backyard playtime, or any time spent in grassy or wooded areas.

These simple precautions can help reduce the risk of tick bites and tick-borne disease.

1. Use Tick Prevention Consistently

Monthly flea and tick preventatives are one of the most effective ways to protect pets. Ask your veterinarian which products are best for your pet’s lifestyle and region.

2. Check Pets After Outdoor Activities

Ticks often hide around the ears, neck, toes, under the collar, and around the tail. Check pets carefully after walks, hikes, or time in wooded or grassy areas.

3. Keep Grass and Landscaping Maintained

Tall grass, weeds, and brush create ideal environments for ticks. Regular lawn maintenance can help reduce tick activity around the home.

4. Remove Ticks Properly

Use tweezers or a tick removal tool to grasp the tick close to the skin and pull steadily upward trying to avoid crushing the tick. Do not use “home remedies” such as petroleum jelly or heat.

5. Watch for Symptoms of Tick-Borne Illness

Lethargy, limping, fever, loss of appetite, or swollen joints may indicate illness after a tick bite. Contact your veterinarian if you notice unusual symptoms.

6. Be Careful in High-Risk Areas

Ticks are especially common in wooded trails, parks, tall grass, and areas with heavy wildlife activity. Keep pets on maintained paths whenever possible.

7. Continue Prevention Year-Round in Warmer Climates

In southern states, ticks can remain active for much of the year due to mild winters.

About My Pet’s Vet Group

Founded in 2018, My Pet’s Vet Group operates a growing network of hospitals across Georgia, Ohio, Texas, Kentucky, and South Carolina, redefining the veterinary experience through trust, transparency, and genuine care. Most locations offer a one-stop destination for pets and pet parents, combining veterinary services with daycare, boarding, and grooming under one roof.

Designed with comfort and convenience in mind, My Pet’s Vet hospitals feature open, pet-friendly spaces and extended hours to fit busy family schedules, advancing the company’s mission to create a happier, healthier world for pets and the people who love them.

For more information, visit mypetsvetgroup.com.