List of Bugs That Can Be Dangerous to Pets
Bugs and pests are a major nuisance to humans. However, many people don’t realize that unwanted critters can also pose a potential health risk to our beloved pets as well.
Here is a list of the common bugs and pests that you should keep away from your pets:
1. Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes can transmit numerous diseases to humans, such as EEE and the Zika virus. However, these bloodthirsty vermin can also pass on heartworm to our cats and dogs. When left untreated, heartworm can prove fatal in a very short amount of time, making it essential to treat your yard and perimeter to reduce swarms in your yard.
2. Fleas
Fleas are so common that many of us assume they are innocuous to our pets. Unfortunately, some cats and dogs are allergic to fleabites. Over time, these bites can develop into allergic dermatitis, which can lead to irritating skin sores and hairless areas on the animal.
3. Tick
Ticks thrive in wooded areas and patches of long-grasses, making it critical to check your pets as soon as they come back inside. These tiny parasites can cause a slew of pet sicknesses and health conditions including anemia, Lyme disease, and even paralysis. Symptoms of a tick bit may include a change in their bark, vomiting, and heavy breathing.
4. Venomous spiders
There are two poisonous spiders here in the U.S.: the black widow and the brown recluse. Both species can prove extremely dangerous to animals, particularly smaller pets such as cats and toy or teacup breed dogs; just a single bite from these spiders can cause significant neuromuscular damage.
5. Bees
At best, a bee sting is uncomfortable for pets. At worst, certain bees, like yellow jackets and wasps, can cause an allergic reaction that includes severe mouth pain, swelling, respiratory distress, and even seizures.
6. Cockroaches
Most cockroaches will flee at the sight of a dog or cat. However, sometimes, unlucky pets may ingest a cockroach, resulting in stomach worms for our furry friends.
7. Ants
Ants are more than an everyday annoyance in our backyards. These arduous little crawlers can inflict several irritating bites on our cats and dogs in a very short amount of time. Fire ant swarms are especially threatening to our pets. Fire ants’ venom can induce an allergic reaction, which is extremely painful. When left untreated fire ants can even lead to death.
8. Stink bugs
Think that the worst part about a stink bug is their unsavory scent? Think again. Pets that ingest stink bugs can suffer from an upset stomach, diarrhea, and vomiting. In some severe cases, eating a stink bug may even require surgery.
How to Protect Pets from Bugs
LawnMatters offers a full suite of insect and pest control services that can minimize swarms in your backyard to help keep your family and pets safe from unwanted property and perimeter guests.
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