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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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I bath dogs then rinse with flea dip after they dry I put frontline on them Still when they go outside and come in the house they are covered with fleas?

If you have bathed the dog with a flea treating shampoo and then applied frontline flea protecting to the dogs once dried and they are still comming in covered with fleas i would say that there is a serious flea problem/infestation in the area that you are allowing the dogs to be in.

Will fleas jump off a dog after flea drops are applied?

Yes. They jump off and into the carpet, etc. furniture. One way to eliminate fleas on the dog is to bathe them, neck down, then do the head. You may see the fleas going down onto the nose or into the ears.

I use Eucalyptus soap, but as long as you use soap and water it will drown the fleas. Vacuum a lot, and dispose of the bag immediately to the trash. Soap works faster and more safely than pesticides with fleas. Be sure to lather up the dog or cat and don't hurry to rinse off... let the fleas absorb into the lather, then rinse.

Shampooing will eliminate the live fleas, pesticide will not; it weakens them (and your dog).

Can sugar gliders get fleas?

Due to their fur type, it is unlikely that they will get fleas. However, if you have a cat or dog with fleas, the fleas can end up on the sugar glider.

How do you get rid of fleas in an apartment with no pets?

Apt has to be treated. You should consider a pro-It's pretty intensive. They have to do all carpet & most furniture. Your landlord should have a svc.

Does sulfur get rid of fleas?

I used it for a flea infestation in my home. A few old men told me that it worked. It initially killed most of the fleas. The ones that remains seem to be dying. One thing that you have to remember that no one in the industry of pest control wants you to know the things that work. otherwise you would not need their products.

Can fleas be light brown in color?

Yes, light brown fleas are commonly found on cats and dogs.

Is it possible to bring fleas home after going to a house that is believed to have fleas?

It is definitely possible to spread fleas around. Fleas go everywhere, so if you go somewhere with fleas, chances are that they are on you, and will soon be in your house, on your pets, or wherever you go. Until you take the right procedures to get rid of them. Fleas spread, and multiply like crazy.

What good do fleas do?

The purpose of fleas is to aid in the decomposition of decaying matter and to enrich the soil. When the larvae from fleas come out of the eggs, they feed on things like feces, dead insects, and decaying plant matter.

Can fleas give you a rash?

not necessarily a rash but if you are allergic to the bites they can bite you and cause hives....the hives are red and can appear in clusters. they itch very bad - benedryl otc will help stop the itch

Remedies to kill fleas in your bed?

Hi,

Giving your home a thorough cleaning by vacuuming and washing your pet's bedding every week. You will also need to use a disinfectant and insecticide within your home somewhat regularly for a period of time. You can also opt to hire a professional exterminator to nip the problem in the bud throughout your home.

Here are more tips on fighting and preventing fleas:

http://dogtime.com/flea-control-tips-aaha.html

Do fleas live outside?

They are able to live inside and outside.

Fleas make cat ill?

Yes, fleas can make a cat ill because the bites can get infected

How do fleas get into your home?

Generally courtesy of your pet-the host animal.

I have used frontline on my cats but im still finding fleas on my floor.whay can i do?

Spray the floors, carpet, and uphostery with a LONG lasting pesticide. Wash all linens.