Ticks on Dogs

Dog Flea Control Management: How To Prevent, Treat, And Kill Dog Fleas

December 15th, 2009, No Comments

Dog flea control and management requires an integrated approach. For effective treatment both the host animal and the environment must be treated at the same time. Control of fleas on the pet generally requires the use of insecticides. Although flea combs can remove some fleas, combing should be thought of as a method for detecting fleas rather than removing them.
If an animal is to be treated for other conditions besides fleas, such as expression of anal glands, these procedures should be done before the insecticide application to minimize insecticide contact with interior mucosal membranes.

Understanding Dog Fleas: How Fleas Breed & Affect Your Dog’s Health

December 15th, 2009, No Comments

Fleas belong to the insect order Siphonaptera. They are common pests and may attack many mammals, including man. They can be a year round problem because they infest not only pets but also the home of the owner. Because of this, treatment of the pet alone may only temporarily solve a flea infestation.
Although many species of fleas feed primarily on one type of animal, the common cat and dog flea will readily take blood from a variety of animals, including man. Flea infestations of pets and their homes will most likely involve the cat flea, Ctenocephalides felis and occasionally the dog flea, C.

Understanding Dog Fleas: How Fleas Breed & Affect Your Dog’sHealth

December 6th, 2009, No Comments

Fleas belong to the insect order Siphonaptera. They are common
pests and may attack many mammals, including man. They can be a
year round problem because they infest not only pets but also
the home of the owner. Because of this, treatment of the pet
alone may only temporarily solve a flea infestation.

Although many species of fleas feed primarily on one type of
animal, the common cat and dog flea will readily take blood from
a variety of animals, including man. Flea infestations of pets
and their homes will most likely involve the cat flea,
Ctenocephalides felis and occasionally the dog flea, C.