Let's face it, your dog will eventually be infested with fleas. It might not happen today, it might not happen tomorrow, but it will always happen at some point. Here's a few tips to keep in mind for when that day does come.
The easiest way to spot fleas will be at the base of their tails and also behind their ears. For some reason that ear location is pretty popular amongst fleas, so keep an eye out for it. You can also try to keep an eye out for their droppings, which look like strange bits of dust/dirt and will probably accumulate near your dogs stomach
Even though there are a large number of different types of flea prevention products available from your VET I would suggest you to use a natural or "over the counter" flea product. A recent ASPCA warning has been issued to pet owners regarding the type of flea and tick treatment currently being used. There have been an alarming number of dogs becoming ill and dying! This leads to the entire industry being investigatedscrutinized, and rightfully so. Bear in mind that not only are the over-the-counter products safe but they usually are much cheaper as well!
Once your pet has had a bout with fleas or ticks, it's imperative that you maintain proper cleaning routines for both your car as well as your entire house. Flea larvae can live for up to a year semi-hidden in any of these places so it's important to try and get them while they're dormant. Focus on area in or around any open-space heaters (i.e. radiators) and in-between doorways. Above all, don't forget to also treat your pet's sleeping/bedding area as well, otherwise you'll run the risk of re-infestation.
Just because you keep your pets clean doesn't mean they are safe from fleas. These pests don't pay any attention to whether or not your favorite four-legged friend has a shiny new coat or even if they're a mangy looking mutt, to them it's just another meal. The bites that these fleas will leave cause extreme irritation to any dog, with some even developing an allergic reaction to the saliva they release with each bite. It's also important to note that fleas can also lead to tapeworms.
Flea infestations were once a thing of summers past. By that I mean they only came out when it was really hot outside. With the invention of indoor heating that sadly isn't the case anymore. Fleas are attracted by warmth and will gravitate towards any heating appliances you might have around the house. That is why it's important to pay special attention to cleaning any heaters or radiators you might have during the cold winter season.
After the baby flea eggs hatch the larvae stage can remain dormant for anything up to a year if the temp is not warm enough, before jumping onto the next passing host--perhaps your dog or worse you!--for a meal. Fleas do not live on the dog but simply use him as a source of food. They will live in your home and anywhere where the dog regularly goes, such as the car.
So now that you know everything there is to know about fleas and their intentions, what should you be doing to safeguard your pet's wellbeing? Its easy, just keep a clean house and you will not have to worry about any little bugs lurking around the next bedroom corner. - 31975
The easiest way to spot fleas will be at the base of their tails and also behind their ears. For some reason that ear location is pretty popular amongst fleas, so keep an eye out for it. You can also try to keep an eye out for their droppings, which look like strange bits of dust/dirt and will probably accumulate near your dogs stomach
Even though there are a large number of different types of flea prevention products available from your VET I would suggest you to use a natural or "over the counter" flea product. A recent ASPCA warning has been issued to pet owners regarding the type of flea and tick treatment currently being used. There have been an alarming number of dogs becoming ill and dying! This leads to the entire industry being investigatedscrutinized, and rightfully so. Bear in mind that not only are the over-the-counter products safe but they usually are much cheaper as well!
Once your pet has had a bout with fleas or ticks, it's imperative that you maintain proper cleaning routines for both your car as well as your entire house. Flea larvae can live for up to a year semi-hidden in any of these places so it's important to try and get them while they're dormant. Focus on area in or around any open-space heaters (i.e. radiators) and in-between doorways. Above all, don't forget to also treat your pet's sleeping/bedding area as well, otherwise you'll run the risk of re-infestation.
Just because you keep your pets clean doesn't mean they are safe from fleas. These pests don't pay any attention to whether or not your favorite four-legged friend has a shiny new coat or even if they're a mangy looking mutt, to them it's just another meal. The bites that these fleas will leave cause extreme irritation to any dog, with some even developing an allergic reaction to the saliva they release with each bite. It's also important to note that fleas can also lead to tapeworms.
Flea infestations were once a thing of summers past. By that I mean they only came out when it was really hot outside. With the invention of indoor heating that sadly isn't the case anymore. Fleas are attracted by warmth and will gravitate towards any heating appliances you might have around the house. That is why it's important to pay special attention to cleaning any heaters or radiators you might have during the cold winter season.
After the baby flea eggs hatch the larvae stage can remain dormant for anything up to a year if the temp is not warm enough, before jumping onto the next passing host--perhaps your dog or worse you!--for a meal. Fleas do not live on the dog but simply use him as a source of food. They will live in your home and anywhere where the dog regularly goes, such as the car.
So now that you know everything there is to know about fleas and their intentions, what should you be doing to safeguard your pet's wellbeing? Its easy, just keep a clean house and you will not have to worry about any little bugs lurking around the next bedroom corner. - 31975
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