Parasite eradication is necessary for the general well-being of your animal. In the context of this hand-out, it is necessary because parasites activate the immune system, making it more responsive to other stimuli which might cause itch. Internal parasites can be eliminated by worming and, in the case of hookworms, also by treatment of the premises. Because the premises cannot be treated for whipworms, an animal with whipworms must not be allowed in the area in which it had been defecating. In the case of tapeworms, the animal's housing must be rid of fleas.
Fleas stimulate the immune system both by carrying tapeworms and more directly by biting an animal.
It is easy to speak of eliminating fleas, and difficult to do it. This compound can provide lasting protection from fleas for up to 3 months after one application. A pictorial description of the application technique will be provided when you purchses this product at the hospital. Fleas and their larvae live in small nooks and crannies. They live under pile in deep pile rugs, in crevices, under mattresses, on boxsprings, between the boxsprings and bed, and under the cushions on the couch and chairs.