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Fleas

Fleas are wingless insects that live off the blood of mammals and birds. There are over 2,000 species of fleas, and due to their thick outer layer, are difficult to kill through force alone. When fleas feed on a host, they tend to leave raised and itchy bumps, and can sometimes cause diseases.

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If you sleep with dogs you'll wake up with fleas?

The Probverb says: "If you lie down with dogs, you will get up with fleas."

Meaning: If in LIFE you associate yourself with those of low or unsavory character you stand a good chance of having an even less favorable problem to deal with.

How do you treat house for flea infestation?

go to the supper market and by a flea bomb

What do flea beetle eat?

Adult flea beetles feed externally on plants while their larvae feed on roots

Will flea collar and medication get rid of fleas if cat already has them?

Yes - the medication impregnated in the flea collar is designed to kill off any existing infestation - and deter fleas from landing on the animal in future.

Your staffy has patches of fur missing no sign of fleas The skin around the patch seems to be peeling?

parasites? ask your vet. they may take a skin sample and give you a cream or something accordingly.

Is dog fleas less in winter time?

Some fleas are there but most fleas stay on.

What is best and not expensive to rid home of fleas?

Getting Rid Of Fleas:Need some simple and cheap ways to get rid of fleas? I have some tips for you!

Vinegar and the light: Put a bowl or open container of vinegar near a dim light or lamp. By the next morning you should see fleas turning up in the bowl.

Salt in carpet: Got fleas in your carpet? Sprinkle some salt all around. How does it work? Well, the salt dehydrates the fleas and causes them to die.

Vinegar Baths: Though your pet may not like it, you should bathe them in vinegar a few times depending on how bad your flea case is. Be sure not to get vinegar in the pet's eyes in result of a bad sting.

Vinegar Spray: Have a spray bottle lying around? Pour in some vinegar and spray wherever you see lots of fleas. I suggest White wine vinegar.

Hope this helped!!! :D

How do the monkeys get fleas?

they can get fleas from other animals in the wild or if they are in a zoo from other animals in the zoo

How do you clean orange stained carpet backing off terrazzo?

You can use strippers and or aggresively grind the surface. The matrix of the terrazzo is a resin and strippers will usually not affect it. When putting something on a surface it is always a good idea to try it in an incospicuous area to make sure it will not harm it. Grinding may be a job for a professional but if you have expierence then it is rather easy.

Can fleas fly?

Fleas can't fly but they have an amazing ability to jump large distances with relative ease. In fact, fleas can jump approximately 4-5 feet upwards!

Their secret lies in their strong legs and another very important element. Fleas are equipped with something called Resilin.

This protein has very similar properties as rubber and it gives the flea a sort of springboard (once its compressed) that launches it forward (or upwards) when it wants to reach certain places in your home.

Here read for yourself lol http://www.thebugsquad.com/fleas/do-fleas-fly

Your kitten got fleas in her birth is it normal?

The kitten probably caught the fleas from it's mother, or contact with someone or something that had the fleas on it.

Talk to your vet about the best way to treat them.

How do you differentiate between flea bites and chickenpox?

Flea bites will tend to be clustered in one area, almost always below the waist, or on the lower back. They are small, and somewhat darker red than chicken pox. Chicken pox will cover the upper trunk fairly uniformly, and usually appear on the face, too (rare for flea bites). Also, in about 50% of cases, examination of the inside of the patient's mouth will show pox on the inside of the cheeks or back of the throat - if so, it is unquestionably chicken pox - but they occur in the mouth only about half the time as I said.

What happens if a flea bites you?

it really itchys and a little spot apperes on the body where bittin.

How do you I get rid of fleas around pool?

Get an exterminator to have a look at it and suggest a safe option.

What causes swelling when a flea bites since fleas don't bite?

FLEAS DO BITE!!! They hurt, I am sensitive to flea bites and have over 14 bites on one leg ONE LEG over 2 days!!!! The infestation gets passed all over the house especially if the house has carpets, pets that roam all over it and lots of soft things! Treat fleas as soon as possible using either ( these are some good recommendations, not compulsory) BAYER 'spot on' flea that you can get from the vets, flea powder or a flea collar. Antisan is very good for treating the bites, or Calamine lotion, which is also good for chicken pocks!!! Cats and dogs pass on fleas quickly!!! Treat before a big problem occurs !!!

How long to return to house after flea bomb?

Times vary. Read labels. You did not say what brand.

Can finding fleas on your pup possibly infest my home?

possibly yes. inside dogs/puppies that like to jump up on things, could brign alot of fleas into your house.

What is flea power?

In technology Jargon flea power is residual electricity or current often stored on circuit boards (in power supplies, mother boards etc) that remains charged even after all power cords and batteries have been removed. To drain flea power, remove batteries and power cords then attempt to 'turn on' your device. You may be surprised to see a flicker of light, or a twitch in a fan. I have seen some devices run upwards of 30 seconds without any batteries or power cords ~ just from electricity stored in capacitors in the power supply or on a circuit board.

Can fleas be the cause of a clingy cat My cat is 7 years old now but I notice the fleas on her are really bad this summer. About a month ago she started to be really clingy. Can it be the fleas?

Definitely, the fleas could be the reason she's become clingy. You are the caretaker and she's probably looking to you for help and relief. Fleas can be torture to a cat (or any other animal). Do your best to get rid of those pests.

Years ago, we moved from a comparatively flea-less area to a flea-infested part of the country. Our long-haired cat woke me up because the fleas were bothering him so badly. So in the middle of the night, I gave him a bath with a flea shampoo and a flea dip. He was so relieved that he sat calmly through the procedure.

Not only do you need to get the fleas off your cat, you need to try to prevent re-infestation. There are many preparation and medicines for that purpose - like once-a-month pill or topical preparations. There are shampoos and dips and flea collars. Be careful when using chemical/medical controls that you follow instructions and check for interactions before using more than one chemical or medicine. Also talk to your vet about what would be best for your cat.

Use flea combs. Comb her several times a day to help get rid of the fleas. It is a non-chemical method and works very well.

You need to de-flea the house, too. Fleas on the cat are always laying eggs that drop off wherever she goes. Frequently vacuum the rugs, floors and furniture paying special attention to her favorite spots. Clean her bedding. If the house infestation is severe, there are pesticide products available that work on fleas. Follow directions carefully.

Your cat relies on you. Help her.