Why Are Dog Mosquito Control and Dog Tick Control Important?

Mosquitoes and ticks are among a few pests that fall in the “vector” category. This means that they are common carriers of dangerous illnesses and diseases, many of which can severely affect pets and humans alike. This is because mosquitoes come into contact with hundreds of different hosts, feeding on the blood of sick animals or humans and spreading whatever they find to their next victim. This is why dog mosquito control and tick mosquito control are incredibly important for the wellbeing of your furry friends. 

Because of the nature of their feeding habits, mosquitoes are well-known as super-spreaders of viral, bacterial, and parasitic blood infections including but not limited to West Nile virus, heartworms, tapeworms, and viral Eastern Equine Encephalitis. 

Unfortunately, in many cases, these diseases can be fatal for pets, especially if symptoms go unnoticed for too long. For example, while heartworms are threatening but can be treated in canines, our feline companions are in grave danger should they fall victim to the bite of a mosquito carrying these parasites. There is currently no known cure for feline heartworms, a commonly spread parasite by blood-sucking mosquitoes. Staying on top of dog mosquito control and dog tick control is the best way to ensure the health of your pets.

Symptoms to look out for in your pets include:

• Diarrhea
• Coughing
• Fatigue
• Weight loss, refusal to eat
• Swelling in abdomen or legs
• Tremors; muscle spasms
• Difficulty walking
• Seizures

Mosquito and Tick Protection for Pets

Our pets spend much of their time outdoors–whether they live predominantly outdoors or roam in and out to do their business, play, and more. Whatever your pet’s outdoor routine looks like, they can bring pests like mosquitoes and ticks into your home, and even if not the actual pest, the diseases contracted from these insects can be spread from animals to humans in many cases. 

In addition to scheduling barrier spray treatments, our professionals recommend a few DIY tips and tricks to help mitigate your pets’ risk of contracting severe illnesses from mosquitoes and ticks on your property.

• Get rid of standing water in your yard. Moist, still water is a very attractive breeding ground for mosquitoes.
• Minimize excess grass clippings, firewood, and other debris from your lawn space. Mosquitoes and ticks congregate here as well.
• Turn over or discard unused playground equipment, toys, or other large items that could collect rainwater.
• Talk with your neighbors about measures you can take to reduce any areas containing standing water or attractive tick habitats between homes that may lead to infestation.

Treatment Options

Mosquito Squad offers a few dog mosquito control options that are up to 85-90% effective against mosquitoes and the threats they pose to your pets’ livelihood and health. Our traditional barrier spray method helps reduce existing mosquito populations and breeding grounds and helps protect your property against future infestations for up to 21 days after an application. These treatments can be administered on a recurring schedule to help keep your pets from the threat of vector-borne illnesses. We recommend consulting with your vet as well to discuss the best preventative treatment for your pets. 

Mosquito Squad also developed a natural spray treatment that is a water-based, aromatic essential oil treatment. The natural barrier treatment is also effective for up to 21 days. 

Mosquito Squad knows how important your four-legged friends are to the health and happiness of your family, and we believe that they deserve the same in return. Contact us today to learn more about the outdoor pest control options we offer for dog mosquito control, tick control, and more for your pets.