The Central Heating Catalyst
Many UK dog owners erroneously stop administering flea and tick spot-on treatments or tablets as soon as November's rain and frost arrive. This is a fundamental mistake. While outdoor flea larvae might freeze, the ones inside don't.
The Indoor Incubation
In modern British homes, we crank up the central heating and double-glazing during winter. We create the perfect, tropical, year-round breeding ground for flea pupae hiding deep inside carpets, skirting boards, and dog beds. If your dog misses a dose, they become the walking buffet for a dormant infestation.
Ticks in the Scottish Highlands and Moors
Ticks (who transmit Lyme disease) do not vanish either. Given the ever-mildening UK winters caused by climate change, ticks remain highly active in tall grasses, moorlands, and deer parks right through the damper months. Continuous prescribed veterinary prevention is the only reliable shield.