Combatting Fleas: Tips for Dealing with Parasites in Dogs

It’s not easy to fight fleas. These nasty pests can easily infest your dog. Getting rid of them is a challenge. Preventing, detecting and acting quickly are therefore important. You will find some tips here on how to achieve this.

Your dog may have fleas if he scratches more. During regular grooming, you may notice parasites in the fur of your dog. Fleas can be seen by the naked eye and measure between three and four millimeters.

Recognizing parasites on the dog’s coat

Fleas can also be detected in the fur of a dog by using a fine-toothed brush. Test the white paper with a little water if you see black spots on your dog’s skin. Rub it gently to remove any tiny drops. If the spots turn reddish brown, the fleas are absorbing and excreting blood.

The following symptoms can also be indicative of flea infestation:

* Blisters on the coat
* Later, severe hair loss and thickened scaly skin.

Take your dog immediately to the vet in this situation. He will explain to you how to use the flea treatment and prescribe it.

Here’s how to get rid of fleas on dogs.

A spot-on treatment is sufficient for a mild flea infestation. You can also give your dog tablets whose active ingredient will kill fleas. These products, as well as flea collars, can be used to prevent fleas. You can use a powder or spray to kill fleas if your dog already has a lot.

If this doesn’t work, you can use an anti-flea shampoo and bathe your dog. Ask your vet how to dose and apply the product to ensure that your dog is not harmed by the treatment.

Follow these steps carefully to rid your home of fleas.

Do you have the acute flea infection of your four legged friend under control yet? It would be helpful if you could protect him against a future infestation. As fleas lay eggs in all environments, your pet can easily contract parasites once the fleas hatch and the larvae have grown. You should wash the dog’s textiles carefully. Included in this are his blanket, dog beds, stuffed toys, and dog clothes.

If this is not possible, sprays and powders will help to combat the annoying beasts – your vet can also give you advice on this. Sprays and powders can be used if this isn’t possible. Your vet will have advice. The best way to eliminate pests from the rest of your apartment is by using ambient sprays. Spray every corner with this spray, including the smallest crevices – sofas, carpets and floor mats. Also, use it on pillows. Fleas will be unable to survive.

Attention. After flea treatment you should worm your pet as fleas are known to transmit tapeworms. They can cause serious damage to the health of your dog.