While many dog owners are preparing for the winter weather and taking seasonal precautions, many of the bugs that you safeguard your dog against during the fall are hanging around much longer. Ticks have become an increasing problem for northern states which have experienced a rash of warm weather that has allowed the pets to linger. According to the Nashua Telegraph, there are a number of factors that play into the rise in fleas, further illustrating the need to use flea and tick products to prevent the spread of these parasites and the diseases they may carry.

In northern states, many of the animals that carry ticks, such as deer, moose, rodents and other fauna, have lost many of their natural predators. With the rising populations of these animals, it has lead to an increase in carriers for these insects, which allows them to disperse over a wider area. Of course, the warm weather has also contributed to the rise in tick populations, as the lack of cold weather that would normally eliminate their ranks has been hard to come by throughout much of the autumn.

With this in mind, fall is no time to fall behind on your tick prevention methods, and using topical drops is a fabulous way to provide a full spectrum of protection. Hartz UltraGuard Pro Flea and Tick Drops are the ideal choice that is placed at the skin level between your canine's shoulder blades and down the length of his back to the tail. This will kill fleas and ticks on contact for up to 30 days and is a quick and easy monthly regimen that can give you peace of mind during any season.

Treating your yard against ticks is also a wise option during a wet and mild autumn. Hartz UltraGuard Yard and Kennel Spray attaches directly to your hose to treat the areas where ticks flourish, as well as the outdoor spaces where your pet spends the majority of his time. These simple regimens can be valuable tools in preventing the spread of fleas and ticks and improving your companion's overall well-being.

Hartz Flea Control provides comprehensive products to help you get rid of fleas. From flea drops to flea treatments for the home and yard, Hartz has the solution for you.