Animals who spend time outdoors may bring home unwanted pests.

Animals who spend time outdoors may bring home unwanted pests.

Use caution when treating pests on pets, urge health officials

At this time of year, Canadians and their pets spend more time outdoors and the government health agency notes that animals can bring home unwanted pests like fleas and ticks. Health Canada warns that this can be more than a nuisance.

Children should be kept away from animals treated for pests until the product used dries.
Children should be kept away from animals treated for pests until the product used dries.

Allergic reactions, disease may result

In a news release, the agency warns flea saliva can cause allergic reaction and some ticks can transmit illnesses like Lyme disease. And it says products to prevent and treat fests must be used carefully.

Officials suggest that animal owners consult a veterinarian before choosing prevention and treatment options, keep children away until the products dry, follow labels carefully, and watch for signs of bad reactions.

Health Canada also provides videos and other information on its web site and asks animal owners to report any adverse reactions.

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