Fall is on the horizon and dog owners, who live anywhere but in the middle of the concrete jungle, are probably concerned they might have a dog tick problem. Ticks—deer ticks, dog ticks, and other varieties—can spread disease to both you and your pet, but what are the other animal health concerns you need to worry about in the fall? Here is a list of three important things that you need to consider when thinking about fall pet safety

Ticks: Although tick nymphs peak in the spring months, the number of adult deer ticks is higher in the fall than it is during any other part of the year. Deer ticks are the ticks that are responsible for spreading Lyme disease—which can be just as much of a danger for your pet as it is for you. If you’re worried you might have a dog tick problem, there are several things you can do to help.

Link: http://www.bringpetshome.org/community/blogs/petlovers/archive/2009/09/09/seasonal-pet-tips-autumn-is-tick-tick-ticking-closer.aspx