With the summer months moving along, there are a few diseases and viruses that you can contract from mosquitoes and ticks, as August is one of the peak months for diseases. It’s important to limit your outdoor activity, especially during dusk to dawn hours.
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Dogs in Massachusetts are Currently Susceptible to a Serious Disease
While humans are susceptible to catching diseases and viruses during the warm weather months, your pets are just as susceptible. The tick population thrives in August, which means your dog could catch Lyme disease if not careful.
Why are Dogs in Massachusetts at Risk for Lyme Disease Right Now?
Dogs in Massachusetts are at risk for Lyme Disease for a few reasons, including the fact that dogs share the same habitat spaces as ticks. Taking dogs for walks on trails, hiking paths, and grassy regions can be a haven for ticks. You’ll want to be…..