My topical flea and tick prevention doesn’t seem to be working. What’s wrong? Did they change the formula? If you’re routinely providing flea and tick prevention to your pet but they still seem to be suffering from bites, there are several reasons the product may not be working. Although it seems like a given, make […]
How to Get Rid of Ticks and Why You Should
We have been focusing on fleas all week – it is, after all, Flea Week – but we couldn’t let the week end without mentioning the other blood-sucking parasite, ticks. If your pet is a tick magnet, like one of my dogs, these nasty creatures may be more of an issue for you than fleas! […]
Flea Control Around the Home and Yard
When we think about flea control, we have to be certain we don’t forget about treating the premises. Remember that the fleas you see on your pet are just the tip of the iceberg. What you DON’T see in your pet’s environment is a much bigger problem. Keep in mind only 5% of a flea […]
A Quick Guide to Treating Fleas on Your Pet
In our first Flea Week blog “Getting Rid of Fleas: A Comprehensive Guide” we learned that the fight against fleas is a fierce battle and it must be fought on many fronts. First and foremost, you must treat your pets. This post is all about the things you need to know for effectively treating fleas […]
Getting Rid of Fleas: A Comprehensive Guide
It’s April! If you’ve not started planning your strategy for the war on fleas already, you’re most likely looking at an uphill battle. Getting rid of fleas is tough enough when you aren’t behind. Once you start seeing fleas, even one or two, you are already behind and looking at a long and arduous process […]