The DVM 360 staff put together an informative infographic that highlights findings from a new study conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of Merck Animal Health.
Data shows pets aren’t getting complete protection against fleas, ticks and Lyme disease.
Source: DVM 360, June 22, 2018. Link.
The good news: Pet parents of all ages want to protect their pets from parasites, with 90 percent of pet owners reporting they would do anything to protect their pets from fleas and ticks.
Also see: Pet owners are alarmingly unaware about flea and tick dangers, Animal Health Digest, May 15, 2018. Link.
INSIGHTS: There is an obvious need for animal health professionals to increase our efforts to educate pet owners as often as possible. Consider asking some of the questions represented by data points in the study during exams.