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Fleas are one of the most common reasons pets are brought to my animal hospital. Often, owners have no idea that fleas are the root of their pet's problems. Ear infections, personality changes, anemia, tapeworms and hair loss are a few of the problems traceable to fleas. so yes they can die so beaware of fleas
What else can I help you with?
Treating fleas on a puppie?
You can treat puppies with any topical flea treatment like Advantix. The puppies need to be 7 weeks old before you can use this product on the puppy. To treat a puppy younger than 7 weeks for fleas just apply the treatment to the mother and her close contact with the puppies will rid them of fleas.
How do cats get fleas?
From being outside and rubbing on trees,grasses,and other vegetation. Fleas live in trees and grasses and they just wait for an animals to come and they jump on the fur and they just stick to them.
How are puppies harmful to humans?
Puppies may be so cute, but they can be harmful to other animals or even childern in the home. Puppies can nip, bite, spread fleas (If outside most of the time), and can scratch. Puppies should be trained to not nip at a young age. They should have their own chey toys, because sharing toys with other dogs can put the puppy in danger. Puppies should regularly, be treated for fleas and ticks, and Puppies should also have their nails regularly clipped.
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.
Can fleas make puppies blind?
yes it can cause blindness in a very old cat but if it is a kitten the it wont
Why do Maltese puppies scratch them self?
a.) they have fleas, ticks, or allergies or b.) they just have an itch like humans do
What is the best way to get rid of fleas on puppies too young for flea meds?
Use a flea comb on the puppies to physically remove fleas. Make sure the mother is treated by the vet and carefully wash all the bedding. Keep their area very clean. On the floor only, not where the puppies can crawl, spread dry borax for a day or two and then vacumn.
Can cat die from fleas?
no
What could cause a whole batch of puppies to die?
Well, it could be an infection there mother passed, a bad case if fleas that wiped them out, but its best to ask a vet, I would also get the mum checked out if that happens!
How do you get rid of fleas on puppies?
If store bought flea shampoo doesn`t work, then call your vet to get something from him/her.
Do fleas die in the washer?
Yes, fleas can die in the washer if they are exposed to hot water and detergent during the washing cycle.
Do fleas die in the washing machine?
Yes, fleas can die in the washing machine due to the high heat and agitation of the water.
