Can an indoor cat get fleas?
Yes, indoor cats can also get fleas. It is very easy for a flea to...
Yes, indoor cats can also get fleas. It is very easy for a flea to hitch a ride on your clothing, bottom of shoes, or come in with your dog after he's been out playing. Therefore, it is important to use preventative products such as Hartz® UltraGuard Pro® Flea & Tick Drops for Cats even if you have an indoor cat.
I have a 16 year old cat, is she too old for topical flea and tick treatments and, if so, what do you recommend I should do now to control her fleas?
Your cat is not too old. In fact, it is important to provide...
Your cat is not too old. In fact, it is important to provide effective flea and tick control for your senior cat's health and well-being. However, if your cat has been diagnosed with an illness, consult your veterinarian before using any topical flea and tick product.
How does my dog get fleas?
Fleas can be picked up outside in...
Fleas can be picked up outside in grassy areas, and are most prevalent in areas that are shaded. As your pet walks through these areas, the fleas hop on. Humans can even bring fleas into their home on their clothing, bottom of shoes, etc., and then pass them onto their pet.
I have a puppy that already has fleas. How old does a puppy have to be before I can use one of your flea and tick products?
Puppies must be 12 weeks of age or older and...
Puppies must be 12 weeks of age or older and must weigh at least 4lbs.
I have an elderly dog, is he too old for a topical flea and tick treatments and, if so, what do you recommend I should do now to control his fleas?
Your dog is not too old. In fact, it is important to provide...
Your dog is not too old. In fact, it is important to provide effective flea and tick control for your senior dog's health and well-being. However, if your dog has been diagnosed with an illness, consult your veterinarian before using any topical flea and tick product.
Fleas are annoying to my cat and dog, but do they also pose a health risk?
Yes, fleas can trasmit several diseases and...
Yes, fleas can transmit several diseases and conditions to your dog and cat such as flea anemia, flea allergy dermatitis and tape worm infection.
How long do fleas live if they go untreated?
The average adult flea life span lasts...
The average adult flea life span lasts up to 2 months and in that time a female flea can lay up to 2000 eggs.
Are the fleas you find on cats and dogs the same species of flea?
There are several types of fleas in the world that...
There are several types of fleas in the world that feed on different animals but the most common flea is the cat flea. However, don't let the name fool you, cat fleas bite cats, dogs and people too.
Will a flea problem ever just go away by itself if left untreated?
No, in fact, if left untreated your problem will...
No, in fact, if left untreated your problem will turn into an infestation. The female flea can lay about 50 eggs per day and up to 2000 eggs in a lifetime. The eggs are laid in the pet's coat and drop off the pet almost anywhere it may roam, especially where your pet sleeps, such as rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, cat boxes, kennels, etc. In just 30 days, 25 adult females can multiply into 250,000 fleas.