Our pets are becoming more and more like another part of our family. We love them just as much as our children, aunts and uncles, grandparents, or any other part of our extended family. Because of this, it’s important that we protect our pets and loved ones from insects that can hurt them.
Fleas are a great example of one of these pests that can attack our pets and, in some cases, our loved ones. Getting in touch with a good Broken Arrow Pest Control company can help you deal with these insects. But let’s talk a little bit about fleas so you know how to deal with them.
Fleas are blood-feeding insects. The common cat flea can feed on cats, dogs, and people, although adult fleas generally prefer furry animal hosts where they can remain protected. Oklahoma State University Extension explains the flea life cycle and how fleas affect pets and homes.
Adult fleas live and feed on the host, but flea eggs are not firmly attached to individual hairs. Eggs can fall from the animal into bedding, carpet, furniture, and other places where the pet spends time. This is one reason a flea problem can become established throughout a home rather than staying only on the pet.
If your pets are scratching often, you may have an issue with fleas. You may also see adult fleas moving or jumping, and fleas can bite humans as well.
In order to treat these insects, it’s important that you start by taking care of your pets. Getting them treated by a veterinarian for fleas is an important part of controlling an infestation. Veterinarians have multiple options for flea prevention and treatment depending on the pet.
Once the pets are being properly treated, you can contact a good Broken Arrow Pest Control company. We can come out and treat appropriate areas inside your home. Fleas can be somewhat difficult to get rid of because eggs, larvae, pupae, and adults may all be present at the same time. Because of this, follow-up or multiple treatments may sometimes be required.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommends combining pet treatment with cleaning and appropriate treatment of areas where fleas are found. Vacuuming and washing pet bedding can also be important parts of reducing flea populations inside the home.
You can also address flea activity around the exterior of your house when appropriate. Your yard can contain areas where fleas survive, especially shaded places where pets or wildlife spend time. A professional treatment targeted to appropriate flea habitat can help lower flea numbers around the property.
If you think you’re having problems with fleas or anything else, you may want to give a good Broken Arrow Pest Control company a call. TermMax Pest Control is a great option, and we would love to help you with any pest issues you’re having. Call us today.
