Parasite Prevention

Keeping Pets Protected Year-Round

Parasites aren’t just a nuisance — they can cause serious health problems for pets and even transmit diseases to people. Fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal parasites are common throughout Florida’s warm, humid climate, which means prevention is an essential part of your pet’s healthcare plan.

At our veterinary clinic, we focus on prevention because it’s far easier, safer, and more affordable than treating an active infection. Our team customizes parasite protection plans to your pet’s lifestyle, ensuring they’re covered all year long.

What Types of Parasites Should I Worry About?

Several types of parasites can affect dogs and cats in Central Florida:

• Fleas: Cause itching, skin irritation, and allergic reactions; can also spread tapeworms.
• Ticks: Transmit diseases like Lyme, ehrlichiosis, and anaplasmosis.
• Heartworms: Spread by mosquitoes and can lead to life-threatening heart and lung disease.
• Intestinal worms: Including roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms — which can also infect people.
• Mites: Can lead to mange or ear infections, especially in young or outdoor pets.

Because these pests thrive in Florida’s environment, prevention should never be seasonal — it’s a year-round commitment.

How Do You Protect Pets from Parasites?

We offer safe, veterinarian-approved preventive products tailored to your pet’s needs. These include oral and topical preventives that protect against fleas, ticks, and heartworms, along with deworming and fecal testing for intestinal parasites.

Our team will help you choose the right combination of products and testing intervals based on your pet’s species, age, and exposure risks.

What Are the Signs of a Parasite Problem?

Common signs include scratching, scooting, hair loss, coughing, or visible worms in stool. However, many parasites cause no obvious symptoms until they’ve already caused harm — that’s why regular testing and consistent prevention are so important.

Schedule your pet’s annual wellness visit or parasite prevention consultation. We proudly serve DeLand and nearby communities with compassionate, proactive care.