Fleas and ticks are more than just a nuisance—they can cause serious health issues for your pets and be challenging to get rid of once they’ve established a foothold in your home. Fleas can trigger intense itching, often leading to skin infections. Many pets suffer from flea allergies that can make even a single bite unbearable. Ticks in our area can transmit dangerous diseases like Lyme Disease and Ehrlichia, which also pose a health risk to people. We recommend year-round prevention to keep these parasites at bay. We offer several effective options and can help you select the one that works best for your pet and your lifestyle.

Heartworm disease is a potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic worms that live in the heart, lungs, and blood vessels of infected pets. Prevention is significantly easier, safer, and more affordable than treatment once infection occurs. At Sawtooth Veterinary Services, we recommend year-round heartworm preventatives for all dogs and cats, combined with regular testing, to ensure early detection.

Intestinal parasites like roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and tapeworms can cause a variety of health problems in pets, from digestive issues and weight loss to more serious complications. Some of these parasites can also be transmitted to humans, particularly children, making prevention essential for your entire family's well-being. Our comprehensive approach includes regular fecal screenings to detect parasites, effective preventative medications, and tailored treatment plans for pets with existing infections. We'll guide you through the steps needed to keep your pet—and your household—parasite-free.