In fact the government mandates that most flea and tick products be tested on dogs and cats ... told us all he does is treat animals in the colony that get sick at his clinic.

Ticks cling to grass, weeds and underbrush and are commonly found in woodlands, bushes and tall grass, a fact that may make you think twice about allowing your dog to charge into that open field.

The report points out that such incidents likely contributed to the collapse of an entire colony in Tasmania ... not just the mere presence of dogs that affects the environment, however. The ...

In Australia, attacks by unrestrained dogs on little penguins in Tasmania may contribute to colony collapse ... shows that insecticides from flea and tick medications kill aquatic invertebrates ...

"Historically, California has had what is termed closed colony blood banks, which means the dogs live there ... be on flea, tick and heartworm prevention, and be a certain blood type.

Another super important task for both you and your dog is checking for ticks. According to Dr. Danielle Bernal, Wellness Natural Pet Food veterinarian, tick bites on dogs can lead to anemia ...