With the warmer months approaching, fleas will soon be hard at work making themselves at home on your pet and possibly in your home. Be sure to plan ahead to keep your pet s risk of infestation to a minimum. Many products are available to help control fleas. Those containing pyrethrin are most effective and have been in use for years. For example, if you and your dog are travelling to a beach this summer, take some along.
Fleas love sand.
A new generation of flea control products were introduced a number of years ago that, when taken orally once a month, breaks the life cycle of the flea be leaving it sterile. These products do not kill fleas, but prevent future generations. Sprays and powders might still be needed to control those that remain. Once obtained only with a prescription, brands are now available over the counter. Varieties are available for both cats and dogs.