TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR HOME FLEA-FREE
The problem with fleas are that they never seem to go away, and an itchy-scratchy dog is a sorry sight to witness. So to curb the problem you need to nip it right at the bud. The most niftiest thing to do is to put your canine friend on a flea prevention medication and ensure that they never miss a dose. Keeping your house clean is also a added bonus.
Let’s look at a few tips to keep your home flea free:
- Know your enemy: Did you know that visible adult flea form only 5% of the flea populus? The other 95 % can easily be found in your home in the form of eggs, larvae and pupae. A female flea can hatch up to 50 eggs per day. Read up more on such facts that will equip you to know more about fleas that can be commonly found at home so you can work at making your home cleaner.
- Know the symptoms: Once the flea bites your dog he will immediately feel itchy and will start scratching. Within a space of half an hour a red bump or rash may develop. He may develop infections from scratching as well.
- Treat the bites: Wash the areas of the bite marks with an antiseptic soap, the kind recommended by the vet, to eliminate the chance of developing infection.
- Groom your dog regularly: Brush your dog frequently as regular brushing spreads natural oil on your pet’s coat and you can also keep a check to see if you can spot any fleas.
- Keep your house clean: Vacuum clean your house regularly especially the carpets and upholstered furniture. Wash your bedding and your dog’s bedding along with toys as well as towels regularly and in hot water to keep fleas away.
- Flea prevention treatment: Put your pet on a flea medication treatment to prevent being infested. Consult your vet about the best available flea treatment option and ensure that your pet never misses the dose.
