How Long Do Dog Fleas Live Without a Host?

A flea’s life cycle is very different from that of a human. Once released from a cocoon, the flea will start counting down until its next blood meal. Their metabolism will speed up rapidly once they are out in the open. They need to feed on blood right away or they will starve. Depending on the species of flea, they can survive for a week or more without food.

A flea’s life cycle includes three main stages: the egg, hatching, and pupation. The life cycle is interrupted by periods of time when the fleas are without a host. After their first blood meal, the female flea begins to lay eggs. The female flea will spend most of her time in the host, eating, breeding, and laying eggs. After their first blood meal, an adult flea will live between two and three months.

Despite this short lifespan, fleas can survive without a host for up to nine months. Fleas can also live on clothing and shoes. And flea eggs can be carried into the home on a previous pet’s coat. This means that there’s a good chance that the fleas will have infested your house.

Vacuuming your home and washing bedding regularly is essential in getting rid of adult fleas. Fleas often burrow into carpeting and furniture. Using a vacuum cleaner to remove the fleas from the house is essential, and the entire house should be vacuumed once a week. Vacuuming is especially important in areas where your pet spends the most time. If you find fleas on your carpet or upholstery, you should also use a pesticide to kill them. Be sure to empty the vacuum bag outside to keep fleas from flying back into your house.