How do I rid my pet of fleas?
Fleas thrive in warm, moist environments. The only food for fleas is the blood from the host animal. There are many species of host animals but the main fleas we deal with are those of the dog and cat variety. The life cycle of a flea can last from a few weeks to a few months, often making our pet’s life a misery. The saliva of fleas is irritating to your pet and is the cause of all the itching and scratching. Although adult fleas prefer to live on the host, the female lays eggs (can be as many as 50 per day) and because these eggs are not sticky, they can fall off onto carpets, bedding etc. The fleas then hatch in the environment and so it is important that we not only treat your pet for fleas, but also the environment that they inhabit. For more information on treating your pet for fleas, please telephone the veterinary centre or make an appointment with one of our qualified nurses who can help you decide on which product/s would be best for your pet.
