Things You'll Need:
- Indoor Flea Spray or Fogger
- Vacuum Cleaner
- Flea Treatment for Pets
- Flea Comb
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Step 1
Thoroughly clean your pet's bed by washing it in hot water and drying it on high heat. If the bed's materials are too delicate to tolerate this, throw it out and buy a new one. If your pet sleeps on your bed, wash all of your bedding in hot water and dry on high heat. Vacuum your mattress.
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Step 2
Figure out where your pet spends most of their out-of-bed time. Clean that area by vacuuming rugs, curtains and furniture, and sweeping and washing the floors. Be very thorough around the baseboards, and in any cracks between wood planks or tile.
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Step 3
Use a flea-killing spray or fogger. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions. Don't forget to spray under the bed and other furniture. Make sure all food and food preparation items are covered.
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Step 4
Take your pet to the vet or groomer for a flea bath, or treat them with an over-the-counter flea treatment like Advantage or Program. If you treat your pet yourself, comb them carefully with a flea comb before and after bathing or treating them. Concentrate on combing the areas around their face and neck.
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Step 5
It is very important that you repeat the thorough cleaning once a week for at least two weeks. This is to ensure that you have killed or removed all stages of the fleas.
