Veterinary Tips for Flea Prevention
- posted: Jun. 25, 2012
If your dog or cat is constantly scratching or even biting at his skin, fleas may be the culprit, even if you don't see any hopping around on him. To treat and prevent fleas, you'll need to correctly diagnose the problem, get rid of the fleas, and keep them from coming back. If you've never dealt with fleas and your pet is suffering, seek out veterinary advice sooner rather than later -- you'll both be glad you did!Tips for Treating Fleas from Your Orange County Veterinarian:
Diagnose: If you actually see the parasites, you may be able to identify them on your own, but if your cat or dog is scratching and obviously uncomfortable, then a trip to your Orange County veterinarian is in order. A member of our animal clinic veterinary staff can quickly assess your pet and determine if fleas are to blame.
Treat your pet: Once fleas have been found, your veterinarian can help you determine the best course of action to get rid of the fleas. You'll likely need to apply a topical solution to your dog or cat's skin to repel the fleas. You'll need to treat all of the cats and dogs in your home for fleas; otherwise, the parasites will simply hop onto a new host.
Flea prevention: Once the fleas are off of your pet, you're almost done. You need to make sure your home is free of fleas as well, and make sure that you don't give future fleas a place to live. Remove old pet bedding and thoroughly wash surfaces and covers for best results. You should also vacuum your home well and then discard the vacuum cleaner bag or clean the cylinder.
Preventing a flea infestation in the first place can keep your dog or cat feeling her best, and save you a trip to the animal clinic for help.
Has your dog or cat ever had a flea problem? How did you resolve it?
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