Parasite Prevention
Portland

Protect Your Pets

Parasites can pose a serious threat to your pet’s health—and in some cases, to your family’s as well. Fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal parasites don’t just cause discomfort—they can transmit dangerous diseases, weaken the immune system, and lead to long-term health problems if left untreated. Some parasites, like roundworms or hookworms, are zoonotic and can spread from pets to humans. That’s why year-round pet parasite control in Portland is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your pet’s health.

Why Parasite Prevention Matters

Parasite infestations are more than just a nuisance. Without proper protection, pets may experience:

• Itching, hair loss, or skin infections
• Anemia from blood loss caused by fleas or ticks
• Tapeworms, roundworms, or hookworms in the intestines
• Heartworm disease, which can be life-threatening and costly to treat
• Tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease or ehrlichiosis

And while parasites are more active during spring and summer, many remain a risk year-round—especially in Texas’s changing climate. Preventive care should never be seasonal.

Tailored Prevention Plans for Your Pet

At Portland Veterinary Hospital, we offer safe, effective parasite prevention options suited to your pet’s age, lifestyle, and risk level. Our team will help you choose from a variety of vet-recommended products, including:

• Monthly oral preventatives for fleas, ticks, and heartworms
• Topical treatments for external parasites
• Injectable or long-lasting prevention options for convenience
• Deworming protocols for puppies, kittens, and high-risk pets

Protect Your Pet from Parasites in Portland, TX

Preventing parasites is safer, easier, and more affordable than treating an infection. Let our team help you build a custom prevention plan that keeps your pet protected—inside and out—all year long. Contact Portland Veterinary Hospital today to schedule your pet’s parasite prevention appointment.