As the eggs dry, they fall off wherever the pet happens to be, hatch into larva, develop into pupa and new adult fleas. An infestation can occur very quickly with the introduction of 1 or 2 fleas. Traditional flea control programs focus on killing the adult fleas. Try treating your Maltese first, then your house, saving outdoor flea treatments as a last resort. Flea comb A surprisingly effective tool.
Frequent use pulls adult fleas away from pet fur.
Crush the fleas with your fingernails or swish the comb through soapy water. I don't believe in flea collars. In my opinion they do more harm than good. A natural insecticide derived from chrysanthemums. It's nontoxic, and is one of the only product that's supposed to be safe to use on puppies and kittens.