>> the change of season means different things for a lot of folks. what should pet owners be most aware of at this time of year? >> the first thing they need to be aware of, any questions talk to the veterinarian. no matter what the season is. in the fall people stop the flea control, the tick control, the heart prevention. we're telling them to keep the topical flea product doing past the first frost or the first freeze, at least another month. maintain heart worm prevention all year long. >> don't stop too soon. that's the key. is this the height of the season? >> people think we're leaving it. both the flea and tick season. ticks can have a fall bloom in some parts of the countriers they're more prevalent in the fall. fleas tend to the flea season