Keeping your pet and his environment clean is the single most important part of a successful flea-control program. Understand the life of the flea.
Fleas thrive in heat and humidity and are most active in summer and fall.
Help prevent fleas indoors by vacuuming your home thoroughly and frequently, paying close attention to corners, cracks and crevices. Dispose of vacuum cleaner bags conscientiously, as adult fleas can escape. Remove fleas from your pet using a fine-toothed comb, and drop the fleas into soapy water to drown them. Prune foliage and keep grass trimmed short to increase sunlight, as flea larvae cannot survive in hot, dry areas. Remove piles of debris in areas close to your home.