Kerryn Boogaard Kerryn Boogaard
Beverly Goldsmith Beverly Goldsmith
Zoe Bingley-Pullin Zoe Bingley-Pullin

Prevent Fleas from Harming Your Homes and Pets:

Here's how you can prevent fleas from infesting your homes and pets.
By Expert Tips
Date: July 03 2020
Editor Rating:
Untitled design (8)

Leading veterinarians are urging Australian pet owners to use preventatives against fleas for their pets to avoid a household outbreak, particularly when we are restricted to our homes more so than ever. Experts warn that flea reproduction is just as prevalent in the cooler months, with pets spending more time inside in heated close quarters.

Fleas are small parasitic insects that feed on blood of a host. There are more than 2,000 species of fleas in Australia, however the most common species affecting pets is Ctenocephalides felis the "cat flea". Despite its name, the cat flea affects both dogs, cats and some wildlife but can also be extremely unpleasant for humans. Fleas jump onto a host, which can be a human or a pet, and can be brought into homes – making indoor pets as much as a target as outdoor ones.

With the majority of Australians working home, Dr Angela Nehring is encouraging pet owners to keep a close eye on changes in their pet’s behaviour that would indicate fleas as well as regular checks for fleas using the following steps:

Step 1 - Part the coat near the base of the tail using your hands or a flea comb and look for movement. Most fleas grow to about the size of a pinhead and will move or jump when disturbed.

Step 2 - Even if you don’t see any fleas, have a look for dark, pepper-like particles on the surface of your pet’s skin and coat. These may be ‘flea dirt’, which are flea droppings.

Step 3 – Confirm this by dabbing some of this material with a wet paper towel or cotton ball. If you see dark reddish brown or orange swirls, this is flea dirt and confirms that the pet has fleas. If you suspect fleas are present, talk to your vet immediately about treatment.

Fleas are completely preventable with ongoing treatment such as Bravecto and all Aussie pet owners to speak to their trusted vets immediately about innovative, long-lasting treatment options. Keep your pets, children, and houses safe from pets.

Share This Tweet This Email To Friend
Recent Comments
105 Total Comments
Katherine Cramer says: 2020 07 16
Rating:

An article of the prevention is ensured for all offers for the turns. Challenge of the part and australian essay writing is invited for the approval of the targets for all issues. Element is filed for the prospects for the turns for all joys for the field.

Moore says: 2020 07 16
Rating:

I can’t believe that there’s such a big flea problem right now. I hope that people working for https://analyzedu.com/writing-services-reviews/edusson-com-review.html company can provide a solution for this problem soon. That would be great!

muneer ahmed says: 2020 07 29
Rating:

It was thinking about whether I could utilize this review on my other site, I will connect it back to your site though.Great Thanks. Custom Embroidered Patches

muneer ahmed says: 2020 07 29
Rating:

Very interesting blog. A lot of blogs I see these days don’t really provide anything that I’m interested in, but I’m most definitely interested in this one. Just thought that I would post and let you know digitizing embroidery service

Anonymous says: 2020 09 14
Rating:

Thanks for writing such a good article, I stumbled onto your blog and read a few post. I like your style of writing… 룸알바

Anonymous says: 2020 09 15
Rating:

I just thought it may be an idea to post incase anyone else was having problems researching but I am a little unsure if I am allowed to put names and addresses on here. 안전놀이터

Anonymous says: 2020 09 16
Rating:

Profit primarily prime quality items—you can understand them all within: 홀짝게임

Javier Ferguson says: 2020 09 23
Rating:

Once again, you’ve provided top-notch content here and it’s one of the main reasons why you are one of my favourite writers. I hope that you will continue to write more good content like this. I don’t want your work to fade away anytime soon. E-commerce Web design

Marjorie Chandler says: 2020 10 04
Rating:

I am quite pleased with the work done here, to be honest. I think this article is one of the best that I’ve seen on this website. If there’s someone who disagrees with me, I’d like to know why they think that. Best Bunion Corrector

Tommie Roberts says: 2020 10 06
Rating:

Thanks to the writer here for doing a terrific job here. This article is one of the best that I’ve read this year. The content published is fantastic, and I can use this content in one of my new papers. That’s what I want, honestly. Lavish

View All Comments
Post a Comment
* your email address will not appear

Please enter the word you see in the image below:


Post a Comment
* your email address will not appear

Please enter the word you see in the image below:33343


Your Comment has been posted
Related Articles
snoopy-lucy-kiss
Lucy over-reacted when she was kissed by Snoopy, but there…
Read more
boy_boxer_image
A Sydney-based school holiday program for the animal lover in…
Read more
Cry babies

Dry your eyes!
The newest additions are on their way from the Babies who cry real tears!

Shipping-containers-freight-wallpaper-preview

Latest Tech Used In Shipping Containers
Read how the shipping industry has revolutionised

Motherpedia cover-2

Win 1 set of a 4-book hardcover illustrated boxed set
Barbara Murray’s new 4-book Sound Stories is perfect for parents and educators and could assist with NAPLAN results

Motherpedia cover (4)

Where to celebrate Oktoberfest Australia
Get ready for this celebration!

Motherpedia cover-4

A Fortnight of Foodie Experiences at East Village
A taste of East Village. What's in it for me?

Globber my too fix up cover

We Try: Globber My TOO Fix Up
A scooter that grows with your child

Throw a winning cricket pitch

3 Steps to a Winning Backyard Cricket Pitch
Ex-Adelaide Oval legend curator Les Burdett shares his tips for getting your backyard cricket pitch test match ready this summer

A bike that follows your kids life cycle - motherpedia - cover

A Bike That Follows Your Kids Life Cycle
Check out the Bunzi 2-in-1 gradual balance bike!

Moonlight lifestyle

Moonlight Cinema to bring…
Moonlight Cinema announces brand new Western Sydney venue

Screen shot 2019-11-26 at 8.29.12 am

Your Magical Christmas Wonderland…
Adventure park is about to light up the night sky with its "Christmas Festival of Lights"

Screen shot 2019-11-21 at 11.11.36 am

The Preston Market Gets…
It's time to feel pumped up for the holiday season!

Bruno-kelzer-zqzuigxcvrq-unsplash

Bunnings team members get…
Help raise funds by buying a snag or donating at your local store.