Fleas Control
Dundas Valley

How to spot signs and get rid of fleas

Fleas are small wingless jumping insect that feeds on the blood of cats or dogs. It sometimes transmits disease through its sting, including plague and myxomatosis. When a flea jumps onto your pet, it will start feeding within 5 minutes and may suck blood for up to two and 1/2 hours. There are tips and observation we should do on how to spot signs if your pet undergoing discomfort from fleas and how to eliminate these. Here are a couple of ways to check if you have fleas at home or your pets have one:

• They are normally reddish-brown and about 2mm long.
• Next, check the hindquarters of your dog or the head and neck of your cat since largely that part is the flea favourite feeding and these are the regions which are targeted in which you might see signs of flea activity.
• Carefully look at your pet’s skin for fine black droppings which looks like ground black pepper – use a flea comb over a sheet of white paper, to see small, black specks.
• If there is a flea dirt on pet bedding carpets or rugs, there’s a possibility that your pet is undergoing flea feeding.

There are many reasons you can do to take away fleas in the event you spot the problem early sufficient.

They understand the habits of different flea species and can provide the most suitable and effective solution for your particular flea issue.

Problems With Fleas?

As cuddly and adorable pets can be, sometimes they can cause quite a lot of trouble without even knowing it. We talk, of course, about fleas. Using your pets as a temporary ride, they will infest your house and reproduce in an astounding rate before you even receive your first bite.

Fleas are among the most common pest problems that Australian houses encounter. Even those without pets can still experience pest infestation especially if previous owners of your house Kept dogs or cats. Fleas may also be carried on other (especially hairy) animals like rabbits, rats, mice and livestock such as pigs. With or without pets, everyone is vulnerable to the disturbance caused by fleas.

Their existence does not only trigger goosebumps but as well the fear of getting bitten by these pestering parasites. Although these are not painful, they can result in an uncomfortable itch or reactive rash. Your pets could also develop allergies to the flea saliva.

The main meal of fleas is usually blood from mammals. Adult fleas feed on blood and can drink 15 times their own weight every day. Their larvae feed on a pet or human dandruff, discarded skin, hair, and any other organic debris that they can find in your premises. You will often find fleas comfortably snuggled in your pet’s fur. Their eggs can also spread throughout your whole property, infesting your bedding, furniture, and flooring. Larvae often lurk deep within the carpet fabric or inconvenient hardwood floor crevices. It’s difficult to dismiss fleas. Mostly, we see the tiny bloodsuckers as a nuisance for pets and for us not a severe threat to anyone’s health.

Keeping You Home Flea Free

Here are our sure ways to help you keep a flea-free home:

Before you do anything else, vacuum – carpets, furnishings, cracks in the floorboards and upholstered furniture. This will not only get rid of adult fleas, but also their eggs and larvae. The larvae feed on adult flea feces and other organic matter, which accumulate in things like carpets and rugs. Removing this source of food is an important step in breaking the flea life cycle.

Empty your vacuum cleaner carefully away from the house because the fleas will nonetheless still be alive.

Groom your pets frequently with a flea comb and wash their beds weekly (ideally at 50°c or above).

If your pet is scratching or biting its fur you should speak with your vet. They can recommend the best flea sprays or powders to use to take care of your pet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the products you apply?

Your pet’s safety is very important to us. You may rest assured that any active component they might come into contact with, whether it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically employed in public areas such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects on humans.

What should I do if I accidently touch any of the areas sprayed?

It’s only an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as fast as you are able to. After a relatively short period duration, your carrier tap water has gone out of the water and won’t cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the area.

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We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed in a way that puts the health and wellbeing of your family members as our top priority.

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Our experts bring you techniques for identifying pests or insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs both at home and at work. We are equipped and well-trained to identify your pest infestation problems, and provide the best method of action.

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A majority of homes will require annual pest control services however commercial properties because of their safety and health regulations require more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Carlingford, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we can set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate worries about unwanted visitors. This program is suitable for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties and also homeowners. Another great feature we can offer is the opportunity to visit your property in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control procedure if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are equipped to effectively deal with every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you might encounter in the Dundas Valley area.

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