Reviewed by Dr. Becker

With tick-borne diseases set to soar this year, you must be on the alert, especially over the summer months. Forget DEET though. It's toxic and often ineffective. Instead, mix this up. Your pet will love you for it, and you'll enjoy the delightful scent too.

Many people are shocked because this list contains new surprises. Some sicken certain pets while others slide by unscathed. And sometimes symptoms don't show up till days later, by which time you fail to connect the dots. Know them, name them and avoid letting your pets have them.

If your pet could talk, these are the 8 things he or she would most want you to know. But since your dog or cat can't speak up, I'm going to give you a helping hand to better understand their fears, wants, frustrations, and needs.