Protecting your pet from parasites is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure their long-term health and comfort. That’s why Oak Ridge Veterinary Hospital offers comprehensive, year-round pet parasite protection in Oak Ridge, TN, designed to keep your furry, feathered, or scaly companion safe from harmful pests like fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal parasites.
Why Parasite Prevention Matters
Parasites cause significant discomfort, but more importantly, they can lead to serious illness in both pets and people. Fleas and ticks spread dangerous diseases, while heartworms and intestinal parasites can cause severe damage to your pet’s heart, lungs, digestive system, and overall immune health.
Common parasites we protect against include:
- Fleas: Cause itching, skin infections, and can transmit tapeworms
- Ticks: Carry diseases like Lyme disease and ehrlichiosis
- Heartworms: Spread by mosquitoes and can be fatal if untreated
- Intestinal worms: Such as roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms
- Mites: Cause skin conditions like mange and ear infections
Because some parasites can also affect humans, especially children, regular parasite prevention is essential for the well-being of your entire household.
Customized Parasite Prevention Plans
As part of our comprehensive parasite prevention in Oak Ridge, TN, our team provides personalized protection plans tailored to your pet’s species, lifestyle, age, and health history. Whether you share your home with a curious puppy, an indoor cat, or an adventurous reptile, we’ll design the right plan to keep them safe.
Our parasite prevention services include:
- Routine wellness exams to screen for signs of infestation
- Fecal testing for intestinal parasites
- Blood testing for heartworm disease
- Prescription parasite preventatives (topical, oral, or injectable)
- Tick removal and flea treatment if infestations are present
- Educational support to help you manage your pet’s environment
We use only veterinary-grade, proven-effective parasite prevention products to ensure your pet receives the best protection available.
Seasonal and Year-Round Protection
Parasites don’t take the winter off, and neither should your prevention routine. Due to our mild climate, fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes can remain active year-round in Oak Ridge, TN. That’s why we strongly recommend continuous, 12-month protection for all pets.
Even pets that live mostly indoors can be exposed to parasites carried in by shoes, other animals, or open windows. Regular, preventive care is far more effective (and less costly) than treating an active infestation or parasite-borne disease.
Signs Your Pet May Have Parasites
Be alert for these symptoms, which may indicate a parasite problem:
- Excessive scratching or chewing
- Visible fleas or ticks
- Hair loss or irritated skin
- Scooting or licking near the rear
- Coughing, vomiting, or diarrhea
- Weight loss or poor coat condition
- Lethargy or signs of discomfort
If you notice any of these signs, contact us right away for a thorough examination and appropriate treatment.
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Schedule Your Pet’s Parasite Protection Plan Today
Don’t wait for parasites to put your pet at risk. Let our experts at Oak Ridge Veterinary Hospital help your pet stay safe, healthy, and parasite-free — year-round. Book your appointment now!