It is well known that 80-plus percent of fleas are not seen. Tick infestations are similar. Lawn care companies heavily advertise their flea- and tick-repelling sprays this time of year. Michael Nappier, DVM, DABVP, asks, “Are your clients buying the hype?”
Source: Veterinary Medicine, July 12, 2018. Link. Nappier shares client communication tips to use when clients refuse preventive medications in favor of yard treatments.
- Where are the parasites located?
- Where is the pet located?
- What are your clients putting on the yard?
INSIGHTS: Including lawn care information in the pet profiles for medical records will help establish a dialogue and record information for use if future issues develop that could be related to lawn care products.