Things You Didn’t Know About Fleas

Fleas, pesky little bloodsuckers, that attack birds, mammals, people ... We they bite, they make a red envelope that is very itchy, in some people it causes very aggressive allergic skin reactions. While these creature have been here for centuries, people still do not know some things about the fleas. That's why we're going to help you and resolve these misconceptions ...

1. If the pet doesn’t scratch that means no fleas

Most often, we find out that the dog has fleas when he starts to scratch himself, but also dogs that are not scratching may have fleas. Hair of the dog is the place that has to be checked and brushed regularly, but also we have to put some anti-flea preparations or necklace - just in case.

2. Pet will get fleas only if he gets out

This is another big mistake. And pets that are in home all the time can get fleas. Wondering how? Fleas are everywhere around us, especially if their "season." As you walk, it is likely to pick up the larvae of fleas over your shoes and by entering them into your home.

3. Once rid of fleas, the problem is solved forever

It is also not true. Fleas are not only the older animals, animals that can be seen by naked eye. They represent only five percent of the whole problem. There are different products used in the fight against fleas: some only kill adults and larvae of some only, so you need to choose the right product for your pet. Also, if you have a yard - and you have to clean it from the boredom.

4. There are no fleas in winter

And this is another wrong . However, fleas correspond to high temperatures as low kill their birds, but in the winter always find safe and warm haven in your home! One can and hibernate until create favorable conditions, ie. until the host through which to feed, so that the cleaning of the house throughout the year necessary.

5. Fleas are mostly hidden in carpets

Incorrect! Eggs and larvae are hidden everywhere, but literally. The tiles, wooden floors, bedding, furniture, curtains .. Everywhere the eye is usually us and nothing that will not stop.

6. If the house is clean, there is no chance that the fleas that arise

Only one flea is sufficient to run the whole parasitic invasion, so vacuuming and scrubbing is not a complete solution.