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Zoonotic diseases are caused by a wide range of microscopic parasites
Fleas & ticks
Fleas & ticks
What are the diseases that threaten both owners and their pets? 
We know you’re concerned about your pet’s health and want to protect them from disease. But did you know that parasites such as ticks and fleas can also transmit illnesses to humans?
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What you need to know about fleas, ticks and the other parasites that can harm your pet when you travel   
We all like to take our furry friends with us to new destinations, but this increasing trend may have some unintended consequences.
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Dog parasites: how can we respond to an evolving threat?
Have you ever wondered where the parasites that target our dogs come from? Why are they so hard to get rid of – and what does the future hold for defeating them?  
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What types of parasites of dogs and cats are there? 
Parasites are everywhere, but are some types more of a threat than others? In this article, we will give you a rundown of what parasites cats can get and how best to protect your pet from them. 
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Are you aware of all the new threats to your pet’s health?   
There is more to the spread of disease-carrying parasites than a general rise in temperatures. Here we will tell you the full story, so you can get prepared. 
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How are rising temperatures increasing the risk posed by dog ticks, fleas and other parasites in your neighbourhood?   
As temperatures increase, parasites like ticks are able to remain active across a greater time period and a wider geographic area.
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