It typically takes less than 48 hours for a tick to transmit disease to your pet. That’s why it’s so important to use preventives year-round and to regularly check your dog or cat for ticks—even if you live in an urban area. Click on the link to download a handy handout on tick prevention and scanning for ticks at home, and then reach out if you have any questions! http://www.dvm360.com/tickhandout