Because fleas are so problematic, flea prevention is essential! Commonly prescribed preventives include oral and topical medications—although injectable flea prevention is available, as well.
Biography
JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM is passionate about using her veterinary expertise and training to educate pet owners about veterinary medicine. After graduating from veterinary school, Dr. Pendergrass completed a two-year research fellowship, during which she discovered that she could combine her love of writing and science into a medical writing career. As a freelance medical writer, she loves to write about topics that will help pet owners make good health decisions for their pets. In addition to educating pet owners, Dr. Pendergrass also writes for veterinary professionals and veterinary students.
Dr. Pendergrass is active in the American Medical Writers Association, currently serving as president of her local AMWA chapter. She truly loves what she does and enjoys helping others pursue their passion for writing.
Articles Written by Dr. JoAnna Pendergrass
Heartworm disease is a serious condition in pets which is carried by mosquitoes. Treatment is intense, expensive and can produce adverse side effects.
Ticks are little critters that can cause big problems. They're notorious for spreading disease in humans and animals.
At some point in your pet’s life, you might want to switch from one flea and tick medication to another. So, how do you make the transition?
A shiny, glossy coat is beautiful on a dog. What’s not so beautiful is dandruff: white flakes of dead skin cells.