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Pupae can survive in carpets and bedding for many months until stimulated
to hatch by the presence of a dog, cat or human. Warmth, vibrations
or CO2 from breath will cause a hungry flea to hatch within minutes.
So, fleas on the dog or cat only represent about 5 percent of potential
infestation - 95 percent of the life cycle stages are in the home.
Control
Armed with this knowledge about fleas.... how to control them ?
Control of fleas on a dog or cat must involve more than single
or even repeated applications are shampoos, powders or the use of
the flea collars. These have their place, but are generally not
very effective.
We recommend that you:
1. Kill adult fleas on your pet.
2. Thoroughly clean your home.
3. Prevent fleas breeding in your home.
1. Kill adult fleas on your pet with
| Frontline spot-on |
Very safe and non organophosphorus |
Merial
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| Frontline spray |
| Capstar tablets |
1 tablet kills all fleas on pet in
24 hours |
Novartis
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| Stronghold Spot-on |
Also kills some worms. |
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2. Thoroughly clean your house:
Use a vacuum cleaner with a flea collar in the dust bag regularly
on floors and furniture, and wash or destroy pets bedding.
3. Prevent fleas breeding in your home with;
| Program tablet/liquid |
All contain insect growth inhibitors
Are very safe for pets and humans
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Novartis
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| Program injection (cats only) |
| Indorex spray - lasts 1 year |
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Success in controlling fleas requires:
All three parts to be followed.
All animals in the household to be treated.
Patience; as resistant pupae will hatch gradually so control may
take 2-3 months to achieve.
Maintenance of control to prevent re-infestation.
Ask Our Advice
At Highgate Veterinary Clinic we have much experience in dealing
with flea problems and stock a range of highly effective products
for their control.
Please ask our advice on any aspect of flea control
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