Fleas and Ticks Archives - Merck Animal Health USA

August 18, 2024

September is dog tick season

The weather is beautiful, fall is just around the corner … and it’s peak season for ticks.

July 9, 2024

Tick Talk

Use our tick identifier to select a tick and learn about what it looks like, where it lives, and what risks it might pose to your pet.

December 28, 2022

Flea protection and treatment options

What’s the best choice for protecting your pet from fleas? You’ve got options.

December 28, 2022

Fact or fiction? Dispelling myths of flea and tick risk for cats

Is it fact or fiction? Test your knowledge of flea and tick risk for cats to see if you know what’s true or false.

December 21, 2022

Tick-borne diseases

Ticks carry a variety of diseases, many of which can result in serious illness for your pet.

December 21, 2022

Fleas and ticks: is my pet at risk?

Your cat needs prompt attention if these parasites make an appearance.

December 21, 2022

Fleas and ticks: is my pet at risk?

Anytime your pet goes out into the world, she’s being exposed to the opportunity for parasites to hop aboard

December 21, 2022

Five signs of Lyme disease

Lyme disease has been found in every state, and dogs, with their love of the outdoors, are a prime target

December 21, 2022

Checking for and removing ticks

Learn the right way to safely check and remove ticks from your dog or cat.

December 12, 2022

Breaking the flea life cycle

Keep your pet and your home flea-free by treating your pets and targeting places where fleas like to hide.

December 12, 2022

The Problem with Fleas

These small pests can cause big hassles for you and your pets.

December 12, 2022

What to do when Fluffy has fleas

Get tips on how to spot fleas and what to do if you find them.