FAQ

Fleas on dogs appear as tiny, dark brown to reddish-black insects about 1-4 millimeters long, moving quickly through the fur. You might also spot flea dirt—small black specks that turn reddish-brown when wet.

Excess weight in cats significantly shortens their lifespan and increases the risk of serious diseases. Obese cats have a higher mortality rate and reduced quality of life compared to lean cats.

Squishing an engorged tick can release potentially infectious fluids and increase your risk of disease exposure; it's best to dispose of ticks safely without crushing them.

An adult female tick typically becomes fully engorged after feeding for 7 to 10 days.

Squishing an engorged tick can release potentially infectious fluids and pose a health risk, so it should be avoided.

A tick typically becomes fully engorged after feeding for 7 to 10 days.

Squishing an engorged tick can release potentially infectious blood and increase the risk of exposure to tick-borne pathogens or disease transmission.

An adult female tick typically becomes fully engorged after 7 to 10 days of feeding.

Engorged ticks appear swollen, rounded, and significantly larger than unfed ticks, with their color turning grayish or bluish as they fill with blood.

Use pointed tweezers to grasp the tick close to your skin and pull it out steadily without twisting. Clean the area and monitor for symptoms of tickborne illness.