Keep pets safe from the threat of ticks

The mere mention of the word “ticks” may send shivers down the spines of all within earshot. These minuscule parasites have garnered an infamous reputation for latching onto the flesh of cherished pets and unsuspecting owners, alike, on their summer morning walks through grassy trails.

Despite their seemingly harmless size, ticks can carry various diseases with much larger consequences for animals and their owners.

Dr. Dana Kneese, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, describes how pet owners can equip themselves to handle the unwanted presence of ticks and their potential disease transmission.