Mosquitoes are vectors for diseases like West Nile virus, Zika virus, malaria, and dengue fever.
Flea bites can cause allergic reactions in some individuals, leading to itching, redness, and discomfort.
Fleas can carry tapeworm larvae. When pets ingest infected fleas during grooming, they can develop tapeworm infections.
Heavy flea infestations in pets can lead to anemia, especially in young or small animals, due to blood loss from flea feeding.
Mosquitoes can transmit heartworm larvae to dogs, causing heartworm disease, which can be fatal if left untreated.
Ticks, particularly the deer tick, can transmit Lyme disease, which can result in joint pain, fatigue, and neurological issues in humans.
Scratching or biting at flea and tick bites can lead to skin infections in both humans and animals.
Flea bites can cause allergic dermatitis in pets, resulting in excessive scratching, hair loss, and inflamed skin.
Fleas can carry bacteria such as Bartonella, which can cause diseases like cat scratch fever in humans.
Ticks can affect wildlife populations, leading to reduced animal health and potential disruption of ecosystems.