How Can You Protect Your Pet from Fleas and Ticks This Fall? 5 Must-Know Tips
As the leaves turn and the air cools in Folsom, fall brings all kinds of cozy perks—but it doesn’t mean a break from pesky parasites. In fact, fleas and ticks love the autumn weather just as much as your dog loves jumping into leaf piles. At Blue Ravine Animal Hospital, we want to help you stay one step ahead. Whether your pet is hiking in the Sierra foothills or just enjoying backyard adventures, consistent fall flea prevention and tick control for pets are key to protecting their health and comfort.
We’ve gathered five must-know tips to help you guard your pet against these unwanted hitchhikers this season.
1. Keep Up With Preventive Medications
Just because summer is over doesn’t mean fleas and ticks have packed their bags. In fact, they often become more aggressive as they sense the season winding down.
Be consistent with:
- Monthly topical or oral flea preventives
- Tick control products tailored to your pet’s size, species, and lifestyle
- Year-round heartworm prevention (yes, that’s still essential in fall!)
Missing even one dose can leave your pet vulnerable, especially during fall, when cooler temps bring parasites out in search of a warm host.
2. Make Fall Grooming a Priority
Regular grooming is more than just a spa day for your pup. It’s an opportunity to spot unwanted pests early and keep your pet’s coat in top condition.
Here’s what to focus on:
- Frequent brushing to spot fleas, flea dirt, or attached ticks.
- Baths with gentle pet-safe shampoos if your pet has been outdoors more often.
- Checking ears, armpits, groin, and toes, where ticks love to hide.
Catch problems early, and you’ll prevent a bigger infestation later.
3. Treat Your Pet’s Environment, Too
Flea and tick control doesn’t stop with your pet—your home and yard need attention, too.
To help manage parasite prevention in fall:
- Wash your pet’s bedding and vacuum regularly.
- Mow the lawn and trim bushes where ticks might lurk.
- Consider safe yard treatments if fleas or ticks have been an issue.
Fall cleanup is great for your landscape—and your pet’s health.
4. Check Your Pet After Every Outdoor Adventure
Whether your pet’s been out for a walk or romping in your backyard, they could bring back more than memories.
Do a quick post-adventure check:
- Run your hands over their body to feel for bumps.
- Look closely at warm, hidden spots that ticks favor.
- Don’t forget between the toes and under the collar!
The quicker you find a tick, the less likely it is to transmit disease.
5. Schedule a Fall Wellness Visit
Fall is the perfect time to check in on your pet’s overall health. A seasonal exam helps your vet catch early signs of parasites, skin irritation, or tick-borne illness—and keeps your pet’s prevention plan on track.
At Blue Ravine Animal Hospital, our wellness services include:
- Comprehensive physical exams
- Parasite screenings and lab tests
- Tailored advice on flea, tick, and heartworm preventives
- Vaccinations, nutrition guidance, and more
When it comes to autumn pet health, a quick check-in can make a big difference.
Fall Into Healthy Habits With Blue Ravine Animal Hospital
From brushing and bathing to full wellness checkups, our veterinarians and staff are here to support you. We love seeing your pets happy, healthy, and pest-free—especially during the beautiful fall season.
Call us today at (916) 984-0990 to schedule a wellness visit or ask about the best fall flea prevention and tick control plan for your pets.