Simple And Easy Tips On How To Rid Your Animal Of Cat Fleas

The common cat flea, or Ctenocephalides Felis

, is a widespread pest The adult flea lives on blood by biting its host, and can cause itching, hair loss and misery for your pet. Identifying and treating them on your pet is part of the battle, but to prevent them from quickly re-infesting, you will also need to eradicate them from your house at the same time.

Cat fleas are not only found on felines. Dogs can be afflicted, and they can also bite people but they can only actually infest your pet. If you understand the life cycle of this pest, you will be one step closer to getting rid of them from your pet and the place you live for good.

An adult flea lays its eggs on your pet. As the eggs dry, they drop off, settling into your furniture and carpets. As they hatch into the larval stage, they survive on organic matter and the fecal matter of the adult flea, which contains the blood the adults have ingested. In essence, the adult fleas provide food for their young by feeding on you and your pets.

Eventually, the larvae spin cocoons where they will stay as pupae until they change into fleas. When the juvenile fleas sense the presence of a host, they emerge from the cocoon and jump onto the host within seconds, and begin feeding within a few minutes. Knowing this, it is easy to appreciate how hard it can be to break their life cycle and stop them from infesting your home and animals.

If you suspect that your pet has fleas, you can try this simple trick to check. Dampen a paper towel and spread it out under your pet. Gently brush the animal, letting the hair and dander fall onto the paper towel. If there are small, dark particles, watch them for a short time. If they dissolve on the moist paper towel and turn red, this can be evidence of flea excrement, and an indication that your pet has fleas. It is always recommended that you confirm this with your veterinarian.

A trip to a veterinarian can help confirm that your pet is infested. Once you have a positive diagnosis, tackle the problem. Always ensure you read the instructions on any product you use, as some are species specific, and can have adverse and serious health effects.

Always ensure that your plan of attack involves your entire house, and any other areas your pet frequents such as the car or backyard. Vacuuming well before beginning can help to encourage the fleas to leave their cocoons, as the vibration works as a stimulant. Once the fleas leave the cocoon, they are far more vulnerable to the treatments and chemicals, helping to ensure a successful result. Always remove and dispose of vacuum bags immediately.

Making the effort to properly treat all areas will help to ensure your success. Keep in mind that repeated treatments can be necessary to totally break the life cycle and prevent re-infestation. Be patient and vigilant, and you will rid your pet and home of these pests.

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