How to make fleas flee
Aug 17th, 2007 by Laura
As summer starts to wind down, flea season starts to pick up. Each summer fleas like all other insects , hatch from eggs which were distributed in the grass and soil from previous years. When the conditions are right, the transformation from egg to adult flea can be as short as three weeks. Roaming pets or local wildlife can bring fleas into your yard. Pets, adults and children can bring fleas into your home. Most often, a pet will bring in a few fleas and then they reproduce to large numbers in your house. The flea only spends 10% of its time on your pet and the other 90% of the time in your house. Here are a few tips on how to avoid this from happening to you:
1. Apply a preventative product such as Frontline. We recommend starting early in the season (April or May) and applying it at least until frost.
2. Treat the yard area with an insectacide from a local garden supply store.
3. Regular grooming such as brushing, bathing will alert you to any potential infestation.
If you do find fleas on your pet or in your house, do not panic! Getting rid of fleas can be easy if you follow these steps:
1. Treat your pet with a flea bath. A grooming service can help with this if you would like.
2. Vacuum your house thoroughly and dispose of the vacuum bag or garbage bag immediately.
3. Depending on the size of your house, a fogger or premise spray can be used. These products are sold a our clinic or local home goods stores.
4. Treat the outdoor area with insectacide.
5. Apply Frontline 2 to 3 days after your pets bath.
Usually, just one treatment will break the flea cycle. In stubborn cases, another treatment is necessary. Flea prevention is easy once you get into a routine. If you have any questions regarding fleas, feel free to call our office and we will be happy to assist you.
Enjoy the rest of the summer!!
