Here are some simple facts about dog fleas.
In terms of reproduction, fleas are probably the most successful creatures on the planet. There are over 2,400 species and for a variety of reasons, they are difficult to control: In one month, one female will produce 25,000 offspring. It's possible for an unfed adult to live for several months. The eggs are not affected by the chemicals that are used to eradicate adult dog fleas. It's a fact that fleas are good at mutating in order to resist pesticides.
Fleas are a menace to dogs! You can expect them to cause allergic dermatitis, tapeworms, and anemia. Most of the eggs are not laid on the dog but in the dog's bedding, in the rug, and on the furniture. Completely eradicating fleas is an extremely difficult task. Controlling them and also keeping your dog reasonably comfortable during the warm and most flea season is the most you can hope for.
The best way to control dog fleas is to remove them from your dog and your house. Have him bathed with veterinarian-approved flea shampoo when you take him to a groomer for the day. If you spray or dip him with residual pesticide, this will have little or no lasting effect. To spray the carpets and the furniture, hire a company that uses a non-toxic product while he is out of the house. These companies usually guarantee a flea-free home for one year.
Some dogs are not as bothered by the fleas as they are bothered by the use of pesticides. Flea collars, sprays, powders, and shampoos are all loaded with pesticides. Beware! Your vet can prescribe medication for the itching if you notice that your dog is into serious scratching. If you want your pet to get rid of dog fleas, then it is very important that you discuss with your veterinarian which products you should use on him or her. Some of the products on the market can be harmful to your dog and not all of them work although a lot of products on the market claim that they can get rid of fleas.
An important thing you need to do from this point on is to vacuum the carpets, furniture, and even your dog's bedding everyday. The cut-off end of a flea collar or a moth crystal can be placed into your vacuum cleaner bag in order to kill any vacuumed adult fleas. You can vacuum the dog if he lets you. Use a flea comb to groom him daily. You shouldn't be surprised if you occasionally find a flea on him. He will bring them in from outside. Keep in mind that you can only control them and you can't get rid of them.
In terms of reproduction, fleas are probably the most successful creatures on the planet. There are over 2,400 species and for a variety of reasons, they are difficult to control: In one month, one female will produce 25,000 offspring. It's possible for an unfed adult to live for several months. The eggs are not affected by the chemicals that are used to eradicate adult dog fleas. It's a fact that fleas are good at mutating in order to resist pesticides.
Fleas are a menace to dogs! You can expect them to cause allergic dermatitis, tapeworms, and anemia. Most of the eggs are not laid on the dog but in the dog's bedding, in the rug, and on the furniture. Completely eradicating fleas is an extremely difficult task. Controlling them and also keeping your dog reasonably comfortable during the warm and most flea season is the most you can hope for.
The best way to control dog fleas is to remove them from your dog and your house. Have him bathed with veterinarian-approved flea shampoo when you take him to a groomer for the day. If you spray or dip him with residual pesticide, this will have little or no lasting effect. To spray the carpets and the furniture, hire a company that uses a non-toxic product while he is out of the house. These companies usually guarantee a flea-free home for one year.
Some dogs are not as bothered by the fleas as they are bothered by the use of pesticides. Flea collars, sprays, powders, and shampoos are all loaded with pesticides. Beware! Your vet can prescribe medication for the itching if you notice that your dog is into serious scratching. If you want your pet to get rid of dog fleas, then it is very important that you discuss with your veterinarian which products you should use on him or her. Some of the products on the market can be harmful to your dog and not all of them work although a lot of products on the market claim that they can get rid of fleas.
An important thing you need to do from this point on is to vacuum the carpets, furniture, and even your dog's bedding everyday. The cut-off end of a flea collar or a moth crystal can be placed into your vacuum cleaner bag in order to kill any vacuumed adult fleas. You can vacuum the dog if he lets you. Use a flea comb to groom him daily. You shouldn't be surprised if you occasionally find a flea on him. He will bring them in from outside. Keep in mind that you can only control them and you can't get rid of them.
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