Flea Pet

No one likes fleas. These disgusting critters have been infesting animals since the Lower Cretaceous period, which occurred 100 million years in the past. During the average lifespan of a female flea, thousands of eggs can be laid. Fleas love pets because they are perfect targets for feeding. Not only will fleas bite pets, they will bite people as well, resulting in itchy bumps and welts. Flea pet control tips are essential if you want to keep your pets, home and family free from infestation.


The first step is to evaluate the problem. Have you seen a stray flea here or there, or do you know the infestation is widespread? For a minor infestation you may be able to remedy the problem with a topical application of prescription flea medication. More severe infestations may require a more aggressive approach. For example your vet may spray your pet with a flea killing spray in the office, then prescribe a once-per-month topical treatment. If your home is infested, there are a variety of ways to treat the problem.

Flea bombs can be effective in ridding your home of fleas but you, your family and your pets must leave the home for a specified amount of time for safety reasons. There are organic and non-toxic sprays that you can use as well if you don't want to use chemicals. The prescription topical treatments for cats and dogs can actually go a long way towards ridding your home of fleas because of how they work. Because fleas feed on the blood of animals and people, the natural place for them to gravitate is to your pet.

When a flea bites a pet that has been treated with a prescription product like Frontline or Advantage (to name just two) it is killed. Therefore, the best remedy is a preventative medicine like one of these. Your vet can tell you what is available and what is recommended for your cat or dog. While there are flea collars, powders and sprays on the market these are often temporary remedies that do not get rid of the problem on a long term basis like the veterinarian prescribed topical treatments. For more flea pet control tips, talk to your vet or do some online research as there is plenty of information available about these bloodsucking insects.





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