How to Get Rid of Fleas in Your Home
Did you know the fleas you see on your pet only make up 5% of the total flea population in your home? Flea eggs and larvae hide deep in the fibers of your carpeting, furniture and even your pet’s bed. Those you see are just a small fraction of the flea community making your home […]
Can Dogs Get Fleas During Cold Weather?
It’s a common misconception that fleas are only a problem in the warm summer months. Fleas and ticks thrive at 45 degrees Fahrenheit, which means they are active at most times of the year in a large part of the US. The truth is, when it’s cold outside fleas are more likely to seek the […]
How to Kill Fleas in Your Yard
Apply yard spray concentrate through the hose end sprayer provided with the product. This will provide the correct dilution and will treat 6000 square feet. Spray your pet’s favorite outdoor places to rest, any shady areas, and along fences or hedges.
How to Kill Fleas on Your Puppy
For puppies under 4 weeks old Do not use flea preventatives Bathe your puppy in warm water Manually remove fleas with tweezers or a flea comb For puppies over 4 weeks old Use a shampoo, dip, or spray to immediately kill fleas. After bathing your puppy, you should wait at least 24 […]
Fly Control for Your Dog
Flies and mosquitoes belong to the same insect order known as Diptera. The house fly and other types of flies can be nuisances similar to mosquitoes. However, flies also spread disease to humans and your dog. Fly strike is a disease seen in outside dogs (or those residing near livestock farms) in the warmer summer […]
Establish Effective Dog Flea Prevention
Treat all pets in your home Fleas will undoubtedly attack all pets in the house, so you must treat all your pets to increase the effectiveness of the medication. Apply preventative to healthy skin Adding a fatty acid supplement with Omega 3 helps improve your pet’s skin health by restoring its softness and flexibility. Healthy […]
Control Your Dog’s Itching and Allergies from Fleas
The #1 cause of itching is fleas. If your pet has excessive itching, it could be the result of an allergy to flea saliva or flea allergy dermatitis. Even if you do not see fleas on your pet, it only takes one flea bite to cause an allergic reaction. To help relieve your pet’s suffering, […]
Why Has My Dog’s Flea Medicine Stopped Working?
There are times when pet owners may feel their pet’s flea medicines are no longer working as effectively as they used to. So, what do you do? Below is a list of several options to help control fleas on your pet and in your home, even if your pet is already on a monthly flea […]
How to Use Flea Prevention Effectively
How to administer oral flea medications Always read the label of your pet’s flea medication before administering. Oral flea medications like Comfortis, NexGard and Trifexis should be given with a meal or directly after eating. How to apply topical flea preventatives Always read the label of your pet’s flea medication before applying. Topical flea preventatives […]
How to Get Rid of Fleas on Puppies
Bringing a new puppy into your home is exciting, and you’ve probably eagerly prepared for the new arrival. One thing you may not have planned for is fleas on your young puppy. In addition to making your puppy miserable with constant itching and scratching, a serious flea infestation can cause severe anemia in small puppies. […]
Benefits of Flea & Tick Preventatives for Dogs
Did you know that it takes only a single flea bite to cause an allergic reaction in your pet? Tick and flea preventatives can do more than just eliminate your pet’s itchy fleas and prevent allergic reactions. Flea and tick medications also prevent tapeworms, ticks, and other insects from biting your pet, and prevent fleas […]
What Flea Treatment Is the Best for My Cat?
Fleas aren’t just a nuisance for your cat; they can lead to health issues. Using good, quality flea control products means that you are looking out for your furry friend. Flea control products don’t come one-size-fits-all, and they should be labeled as safe for cats. Never use dog flea control on a cat. Different types […]
5 Dog Health Problems Fleas Can Cause
Fleas are a pretty common problem for both cats and dogs. When the weather starts warming up, fleas can run rampant in your yard and bite your pet. As if itchy flea bites weren’t annoying enough, fleas can cause many other issues for your pet. Check out these 5 health problems that yucky fleas can […]
Relieve Your Cat’s Flea Itching
Did you know all cats are susceptible to flea infestations? Fleas can cause severe itching and even more serious problems for kittens and geriatric cats, including anemia or an increased risk of death. Symptoms of flea itching can include a mild itch ranging to severe, causing irritation and even hair loss. Fleas are unable to […]
Common Health Problems in Cats
Cats can suffer from a variety of health problems from digestive upset, urinary problems, skin disease, respiratory infections, ear infections, and dental and gum problems. Cats are known to mask illness and disease very well, and they don’t often show any symptoms until they are very ill. If your pet has a change in energy […]