Pet Parasites
Pets can foster parasites that can infect the entire family and they can contract parasites at any time of the year. External parasites, such as fleas and ticks, may survive the winter months by living inside buildings or houses. Internal parasites, such as worms, live inside your pet year round. By practicing good personal hygiene, disposing of pet feces on a regular basis, minimizing exposure to high pet traffic areas, avoiding contact between pets and wildlife and visiting your veterinarian, you can help prevent the spread of parasites.