Parasite Alert For Virginia Residents

Due to the alarming rise in Lyme disease in our state, the Governor established a Task Force to promote education and prevention of this debilitating disease. Pender joins them in urging you to protect your pets and family. Here's how:

  • Vaccinate your dog this Spring.
    Especially important if your dog has never been vaccinated as he will need a booster for maximum protection a few months later
  • Use parasite-control products year-round.
    A recommendation from the CDC and the Companion Animal Parasite Council
  • Check your dog for ticks weekly.
    Humans as well especially after walking in wooded areas or playing in fields.
  • Educate your children about ticks.
    Watch for symptoms of fatigue or bull's eye rashes and seek medical attention immediately if you see one.
Map of Virginia
1,282 DOGS test positive for Lyme disease
1,245 PEOPLE (data from 2010)

FairFax County dogs at risk

In addition to Lyme disease, dogs in Fairfax County are at high risk for other parasite infections: heartworms, whipworms, roundworms and hookworms.

Learn More About Parasite Prevention

Pender's Spring Parasite Mailer

Price Chart: Parasite Products

Lyme Disease Post Card

Chart: Parasite infections on the rise

Chart: Protecting against Lyme disease

Chart: Protecting against parasites

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