Pets and Bed Bugs

Bed bugs have been in the news recently as many places across the country are experiencing bed bug infestations. Bed bugs have been found in beds, mattresses, drawers, and carpets in homes as well as hotels throughout the United States. These tiny bugs can be annoying and cause painful, itchy bites. Bed bugs are not as common on pets as typical parasites like fleas and ticks, but they can bite your dogs and cats and can also nest in your pet’s bedding.

If you have bed bugs in your house and are worried about them biting or living in your dog’s fur, you need to take action. If you have any questions about ridding your dog or cat of these painful pests, contact your local Austin veterinarian clinic today and speak with a qualified vet.

How to Handle Bed Bugs

Getting rid of bed bugs can be a difficult and even seemingly possible task. If you find bed bugs in or around your dog, you do not have to immediately throw out his or her stuff. You may be able to get rid of them by trying these options:

• Wash your dog’s bedding and toys at the hottest temperature possible
• Dry the objects as hot as possible also

If you still cannot get rid of them or the materials cannot be washed, your best option is to throw them away. To get a professional’s opinion regarding the correct method to rid these creatures from your pet’s fur, contact a veterinary professional today.

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The veterinarians at your local Austin veterinarian clinic can answer your questions regarding the health and safety of your animals, so find an Austin vet for you and your pets today.