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Country Critters Tick Talk

Protect Your Pet

How to Keep Your Dog Safe From Lyme Disease

By Aimee Elyse Robinson | Country Critters

By the time you read this article, more than 173,259 dogs have already tested positive for Lyme disease this year— one in every 30 dogs across the United States.

Whether herding cattle, accompanying you during barn chores or simply enjoying a walk outside, your trusty dog is always by your side. If your dogs are not protected, more time outdoors could mean a heightened risk for tick bites and disease.
While summer temperatures make for thriving tick environments, your dog must receive year-round protection against ticks and the diseases they pack with them.
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