10/02/2024
Here are a few myths and facts about fleas:
❌ MYTH: Bathing kills and takes care of fleas.
✔️ TRUTH: Shampoos may get rid of SOME adult fleas but can’t get reach eggs, larvae and may not get rid of fleas on your pet’s bedding, toys, and carpet.
❌MYTH: Pets only need prevention in warm weather.
✔️TRUTH: Fleas can remain in dark, damp areas of your house and yard. Flea season is year round!
❌MYTH: Only pets with fleas need to be treated.
✔️TRUTH: It’s just as easy for us to bring fleas in our homes as it is for our pets. Fleas lay eggs in carpet, furniture, bedding and more.
❌MYTH: Fleas live on pets, not in houses.
✔️TRUTH: Fleas love carpets, bedding and furniture. Finding one flea can mean there is already larvae, eggs and more around the house.
There are different types of treatments and preventatives for your pet: topical and oral.
These can keep your pet healthy and your home clean.
Call to get your pet checked and prescribed or walk in!
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