The constant itching sensation of a flea bite is enough to drive anyone crazy, but the real threat posed by these tiny blood-sucking pests comes in the form of infectious disease. It’s a common assumption that fleas are merely a…
Most flea bites tend to heal on their own within 7 days, leaving behind no permanent scarring or marks. However, some people may experience flea bits that last significantly longer than this length of time. It’s downright frustrating when a…
Is your puppy suffering from a flea infestation? Fleas can make a dog’s life miserable: they bite into their skin hundreds of times a day to feast on their blood. In addition to causing pain, discomfort, itching and other allergy-related…
The biggest problem with flea infestations isn’t the actual adult fleas, but rather their resilient eggs that seem immune to traditional treatment methods. You can squish every adult flea you come across and still not solve the underlying the problem….
Frontline Plus is one of the most popular flea treatment/prevention products on the market. Developed by Merial, it doesn’t just kill fleas like other products, but instead it breaks their life cycle to stop the infestation in its tracks. If…
Tired of trying every chemical flea treatment product on the pet aisle all to no avail? Fleas are resilient parasites that adapt to their environment, making it difficult for homeowners to treat. This problem is compounded by the fact that…
Earlier this month, we brought you news of a lawsuit filed against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over the use of known toxic chemicals in certain flea collars. According to the suit filed by the National Resource Defense Council (NRDC),…
Have you noticed painful, itching red bumps on your skin when you get out of bed in the morning? While there are a number of possible causes, the two most likely scenarios are flea bites or bed bug bites. Both…
With all of the recent reports claiming flea collar and other products are highly toxic to both pets and humans, many people are looking for all-natural solutions to their flea problem. You can always roll the dice and hope your…
Fleas love to hide in the warm confines of a pet’s bedding. Not only does this protect them against common predators, such as you, but it also provides them with an easy meal each and every night. When your pet…