My Dog Has Fleas What Should I Do?

When you notice that your dog has fleas, the first step is to consult your veterinarian. He can prescribe the best products and methods to kill the fleas. He is also the best source of updated information on flea control methods. The veterinary community also provides many practical tips on pet health.

Fleas can infest your home if you don’t properly treat them. The flea-killing product you choose should be sprayed on the dog and all of the areas around it. This will ensure that you treat the entire home and make it flea-free. You should also treat the yard and your car to prevent fleas from returning.

Fleas live for 14 days to a year and can lay up to 50 eggs a day. One female flea can lay up to 1,500 eggs in a lifetime. Fleas are very fast-moving insects, and some fleas can leap more than 100 times their body length. Fleas can cause your dog to scratch constantly. They can also cause bald patches and thickened skin on certain areas, such as around the ears.

Fleas live on bedding, carpets, and other surfaces in your home. When they have fully developed, they jump onto your pet to feed. They are attracted to carbon dioxide and light, and they are stimulated by air currents and touch. Flea poop may look like tiny bits of dirt.