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09/20/08
How to keep your pet flea-free
Fall is around the corner and one cause for concern is… how do I prevent my pet from getting fleas this fall/winter? Fleas are always a concern for pet parents. No one wants fleas on their pets or in their homes. So, how do you keep your pet flea-free?
There are many ways pet parents can protect their pet from fleas. First, consider using sprays and foggers that not only kill adult fleas, but also eliminate eggs from ever hatching. For example, try Frontline, a new vaccine developed by the Heska Corporation. Reports say it kills about 96 percent of fleas within 2 hours of application, and protects dogs and cats for an additional 3 months or more. Then, add a medicinal tablet to your pet’s diet. Program, an effective flea control tablet developed in North Carolina, turns fleas sterile when they bite into a pet’s skin.
In the meantime, be certain to give your pet a bath regularly, at least once a week, using special shampoos, specifically to protect your pet from fleas. These shampoos can be found at your local pet store. While bathing your pet, create a thick coat of suds and soak your pet’s entire body in the solution and it is recommended that you leave this coat on for 15 minutes, then rinse well. For more severe cases, certain injections and medications, specially prescribed, are available to assist severe symptoms.
Here are a few tips to follow to protect your pet from fleas during the fall/winter months:
· Groom your dog every day. Using a flea comb, examine your pet’s skin, paying special attention to tiny bumps.
· Wash and completely clean all animal bedding in your house.
· Vacuum your home as often as you can. Make sure to discard the vacuum bag after every use.
· Look over and block vents and other access areas in order to keep mice, rats, squirrels and other wild animals out. These animals are notorious for carrying fleas.
· Check your pets thoroughly and consistently for ticks, especially after outings in wooded areas. (Ticks present an entire different set of problems).
And, lastly, consult your veterinarian if you suspect a tick infestation in your pet. If your pet is allergic to flea bites, consult your veterinarian immediately.
Content Written By Christina Miller
To answer any of your pet questions, feel free to email me at christina@petmanufacturers.com.
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