Parasite Control

Parasite Control

Parasite control is the combination of preventive medication and routine testing that keeps fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal worms from harming your pet. Parasites such as fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal worms are more than just a nuisance—they can cause serious illness and, in some cases, become life-threatening for pets. Ticks can transmit diseases like Lyme disease, fleas can carry tapeworms and bacteria such as Bartonella, and heartworms—spread through mosquitoes—can severely damage the heart and lungs over time. Intestinal parasites like roundworms and hookworms can also affect pets and may pose risks to humans in the household.

Parasites are not always easy to detect. Fleas often hide deep within your pet’s coat, ticks can be extremely small, and many internal parasites show no obvious symptoms in the early stages. Even when signs such as diarrhea or weight loss appear, they may already indicate a more advanced infection. This is why regular parasite screening and preventive care are essential.

Services We Offer

• Flea & tick prevention
• Heartworm protection
• Deworming
• Year-round prevention

At Uptown Veterinary Clinic, we offer comprehensive parasite prevention and testing programs to help protect your pet year-round. Our team can recommend appropriate medications and prevention plans based on your pet’s lifestyle, environment, and risk factors. We also guide you on recognizing early warning signs and reducing exposure within your home and surroundings.

We carry trusted parasite prevention products and can help you choose the most effective option for your pet, including flea, tick, heartworm, and intestinal parasite protection. Preventive care not only protects your pet’s health but also helps safeguard your family from potential transmission. Our goal is to provide complete protection through consistent prevention, routine testing, and ongoing guidance. By working together, we can help ensure your pet stays healthy, comfortable, and protected throughout the year.

Uptown Veterinary Clinic is located at 1723 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105. You can also contact our Ann Arbor veterinary team or browse all of our veterinary services.