The Black Plague is known as one of the world’s most devastating pandemics, taking the lives of an estimated 75-200 million people (the exact number remains unknown) and contributing to the fall of the Roman Empire. Recently, however, researchers at…
It’s hard to believe that something just 1-3 mm long can cause so much discomfort and grief, but fleas remain one of the world’s most troubling pests. Scientists believe they’ve existed for millions of years, evolving and adapting to their…
Fleas don’t discriminate when choosing a warm-blooded host. While most fleas prefer the warm, hidden area of a dog’s coat, these parasitic pests will certainly jump at the opportunity to feast on your blood as well. Flea bites on humans…
According to an article published by the FDA, a single flea can bite a dog or cat more than 400 times per day! Considering that most infestations involve dozens of fleas rather than one, this can translate into thousands of…
One of the most common symptoms of fleabites is itching. Once a flea bites into the host’s flesh to draw blood, it ejects a small amount of saliva back into the host. This saliva contains over a dozen different allergen…