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Probably not, lice are very specialized and only inhabit one species of host.
Most kinds of lice are found only on specific types of animal, and, in some cases, only to a particular part of the body; some animals are known to host up to fifteen different species, although one to three is typical for mammals, and two to six for birds.
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Will revolution kill lice on cats?
Cats normally do not get lice, they get fleas, ticks or mites and it should work on those. Just be sure you NEVER use a product unless it is specifically for cats. The ones for dogs can NOT be used on cats!
Do slugs carry head lice because at school today one of the girls there got a slug on her head?
No, slugs do not carry head lice. Head lice are parasites that infest the human scalp and hair, while slugs are a type of mollusk found in outdoor environments. It is unlikely that a slug would transmit head lice to a person.
Can cats carry human lice?
no Pet's cant get lice. It depends on what your pet is - if it is a sheep, goat or bird than yes it can get lice. Human head lice cannot survive on pets. They need human blood to survive and live. Lice are extremely fragile in the environment (dehydrate VERY quickly) and cannot live longer than 24 hours without a human blood meal (they don't live on pets). Focusing on items worn in the last 24 hours, bedsheets, combs/brushes will cover your possible exposure from the environment. Experts believe lice transmission from inanimate objects to be less than 2%. So cover your bases but don't fine tooth comb the carpet!
Can lice go from your head to your crotch?
It is unlikely for lice to move from your head to your crotch because they thrive in the hair on your head and do not typically venture to other parts of the body. However, it is not impossible for lice to spread to other areas through close contact or sharing personal items. If you suspect lice infestation in your genital area, it's best to consult a healthcare professional for proper treatment.
Can humans get head lice from hamsters?
When you get your hamster, it should already be healthy and clean. When your hamster gets lice, that means they got it from you or any of your friends or family.
Does cats carry head lice?
The lice that cats get are specific to cats. They do not transfer from other species but are spread within the species. Cats get lice from other cats who have lice. As with humans, it's not a matter of cleanliness, but of popularity. (In fact, lice like clean heads better!)
Can humans get cat lice?
Yes Cats can get Lice. However it is not the same type as lice as humans get. Cats will not contract human lice, and we will never have the cat lice Felicola subrostrata. It's species specific, meaning it only effects the certain species it likes. Don't belive look it up somewhere else
Do head lice feed on dogs cats and other animals?
None of the 3 species of human lice (head, pubic, clothing) survive well on other species. Dogs, cats, and other mammalian species each have 1 species of lice that feed on them and these lice do not survives well on other mammals. Lice are very highly specialized for the one species of host they live on. Humans are the only mammalian species that carries more than 1 species of lice.
Can cats get head lice from children?
Head lice (Pediculus capitis) are small parasitic insects exquisitely adapted to living on the scalp of their human host. They do not live or feed on your household pets.
Can you give dogs or cats lice?
can dogs give cats lice
Can dogs or cats get lice?
Yes, dogs and cats can get lice, but they are different from human lice and are species-specific.
Can cats spread lice to humans?
No, cats cannot spread lice to humans. Lice are specific to humans and cannot survive on animals like cats.
How do catch hair lice?
You get head lice by putting your head by someone who already has head lice
Can pets get head lice?
No, pets cannot get head lice. Head lice are specific to humans and do not infest animals.
Do dogs get head lice?
No, dogs do not get head lice. Head lice are specific to humans and cannot be transmitted to dogs.
What is the plural of head lice?
Head lice is actually already the plural form. The singular is head louse.
Can a hamster get head lice?
No only humans get Head Lice
