Pets may be combed or shampooed frequently to remove adult fleas before they can irritate the pet or lay eggs. Frequent removal of fleas can quite effectively reduce flea infestations. To be certain pets remain free of fleas, it is necessary to make routine use of flea control products, especially if pets are allowed to contact infested animals or premises. Premise Treatment Pets become reinfested with fleas from premises. For the most effective control, sleeping areas, bedding kennels, and other areas frequented by the animal should be treated at the time the treatment is made.
Many people remove pets from the home to attempt flea control.
Flea infestations usually become more evident when pets are removed. The hungry adult fleas prefer to feed on cats and dogs. When the pet is removed, the fleas overrun the home, frequently attacking humans. Dogs and cats can be used to attract fleas from the premises. Recommended pet treatments at frequent intervals can be used to kill the fleas.