Can I use insect repellent on my pets?

DEET-based repellents, which are recommended for humans, are not approved for veterinary use (largely because animals tend to ingest them when licking.) Talk with your veterinarian for advice about the appropriate product for use on your pet.

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1. Can West Nile virus cause illness in dogs or cats?
2. Can I use insect repellent on my pets?
3. Besides mosquitoes, can you get West Nile virus directly from other insects or ticks?
4. How many types of animals have been found to be infected with West Nile virus?
5. Can you get West Nile virus directly from birds?
6. Can you get infected with West Nile virus by caring for an infected horse?
7. Can you get West Nile Virus from eating game birds or animals that have been infected?