22 The QUEE NS Courier • health • june 6, 2013 for breaking news visit www.queenscourier.com Tips to protect your pet from fleas and ticks Fleas and ticks are on every pet owner’s radar when warm weather flourishes. This is the season when both pets and people are itching to get outside, ▶health but without proper protection, four-legged friends can end up itching even more. However, if fleas and ticks take hold, and an infestation starts, this seasonal concern can turn into a yearround headache. That’s why many veterinarians advocate parasite prevention all year long. Taking precautionary measures will protect your pet from much more than a few bites. Ticks and fleas can spread a range of ailments and diseases - from Lyme disease and tapeworm, to flea-bite anemia. While several are downright uncomfortable, some can be very severe for your pet, and even you. Fleas and ticks are so tiny that, if they get into your home they can easily h i d e in carpet, furniture, and other nooks and crannies. In the warm environment of your home, they can survive year round, no matter where you live, leaving you and your pets exposed to irritation and disease. “Protecting your pet from these pests is as good as protecting your home,” says veterinarian Dr. Liz Hanson of the Corona del Mar Animal Hospital in Newport Beach, Calif. “When you have a healthy pet, it’s more likely that you’ll have a healthy household. Luckily, setting a protective barrier against fleas and ticks is quick and simple.” Follow these tips from Hanson to ensure that your pets are effectively shielded from fleas, ticks and other pests: • Don’t assume that you have to spend a lot of money. • Choose what’s right for your pet. Cats and dogs have different tolerances, so choose a medication that is appropriate for the species and size of your pet. • Apply medication properly. Topical flea and tick treatment should be applied directly on the skin in one or several spots along the top of the neck or back, and in areas your pet cannot reach by mouth. Be sure your dog or cat is completely dry before applying and do not bathe for several days after the application. “Keeping your pet and your home flea and t i c k free should be a year-round priority, and if you shop smart, you can save on quality flea and tick control for your pet,” Hanson adds. Courtesy BPT Spring Savings AMAZING SAVINGS $29 For $200 worth of Prescription Lenses and Eye Exam ($235 Value) * Prescription lenses for eyeglasses or sunglasses, and frames by Fendi, Marc Jacobs, and other designers The Fine Print Expires 180 days after purchase. Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as a gift. Limit 1 per visit. Appointment required. Valid only for complete pair of glasses or prescription sunglasses. Not valid with insurance or unions. Not valid for sale items. Extra $45 fee for contact lens exam. Must use promotional value in 1 visit. *SPECIAL MUST BE PURCHASED PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT, CAN BE PURCHASED BY CALLING US DIRECTLY OR VISITING GROUPON UNDER HEALTH VISION AND PURCHASE DEAL ONLINE PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT. www.eyesupplyofbayside.com 2 PAIRS OF GLASSES AT NO-LINE BIFOCALS Progressive Lenses w/Metal Frames OF BAYSIDE VARILUX Progressive Lenses (No-Line Bifocals) w/Metal Frames WE ARE A GVS PROVIDER $100 OFF A Complete Pair of Glasses & a Spare Pair for $9999 $9999 $16999 exam exam not incl’d FREE not incl’d exam not incl’d Se Habla with coupon*. expires 6/30/13. with coupon*. expires 6/30/13. with coupon*. expires 6/30/13. with coupon*. expires 6/30/13. Español *Some Restrictions Apply. May not be combined with any other Offers, Promotions, Specials, Union or Insurance Plans. Coupon must be presented at time of sale. Thanks. Accepting Most Insurance Plans Doctor In: Mon., Wed., Fri., 10-5:30, 39-25 Bell Blvd., Bayside • 718.279.2020 Tues. & Thurs. 11-7:30, Sat 10-4:30
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