4 Reasons Why You Should Protect Your Pets from Lyme Disease
As summer approaches, so does the rise of tick activity, increasing the risk of Lyme disease for pets. Many pet owners underestimate the dangers of ticks and other Lyme disease carrying parasites. It is more than itching behind their ears- the consequences of Lyme disease can be a serious issue for you and your pets.
What is Lyme Disease?
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by Borrelia burgdorferi, which is transmitted through the bite of infected black-legged (deer) ticks. Once a tick latches onto a pet and feeds for 24-48 hours, it can transmit the bacteria into the bloodstream. The disease primarily affects dogs but can also impact cats and other animals. Without proper treatment, Lyme disease can lead to severe complications, making prevention crucial.
Continue reading to learn more, written by Heather DeSantis Holmes.
스쿼드에서
스쿼드 멤버와 앰배서더부터 브랜드 파트너와 소이어 팀에 이르기까지 다양한 커뮤니티와 캠프파이어 대화를 나눕니다.
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Sawyer’s picaridin lotion lasts a long time, stores well in survival kits and cars, and doesn’t have the laundry-list poison control label like DEET sprays.
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Secure a small loop of cord to a trekking pole to create a convenient place to hang a water bladder and filter water.
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It contains 20 percent picaridin, a powerful insect repellent that will make nights around the campfire much more enjoyable.
