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Fleas are pests that can take over a house, infest a pet's fur and administer bites that result in severe itching. Discover how to control and eliminate fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video series on fleas and pest control.
There are 25 videos in this series:
Fleas can't be vacuumed away, but vacuuming can help to suck up eggs, larvae and pupa, and can encourage pre-adult fleas to emerge from their cocoons. Vacuum before treating a carpet for fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
The best flea repellents are topical ointments that are specific for dogs and cats, and work by transferring medication throughout the animal's body. Use adulticide to kill adult fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Most flea bites go away on their own, but bad ones can be treated with hydrocortisone, medicated shampoos or various homeopathic remedies. Increase oils in the skin to cure flea bites with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and health.
Fleas have extremely strong hind legs that help them to jump two-hundred times their own body length. Take flea jumping into account when attempting to eliminate fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas.
Eucalyptus is a plant that has medicinal properties and can help keep fleas away by being sprayed on furniture, bedding and carpets. Use eucalyptus to help keep fleas away with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
A homemade flea repellent can be made with lemons, hot water and a spray bottle which can be used to spray a pet for protection. Make a homemade flea repellent with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Fleas breed by laying eggs after having fed on the blood of a host, and can hatch up to 20 eggs after two weeks of incubation. Learn about the larvae and pupa stages of flea growth with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Fleas can be killed with topical ointments, aerosol sprays and flea bombs, all of which can be bought at a local pet store. Kill fleas through several lines of defense with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Fleas can lay eggs every 12 days, and under optimum conditions, those baby fleas can reach adulthood and multiply themselves. Learn about the fast breeding abilities of fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
A flea can live up to a year, but its general lifespan depends on its living conditions, such as the availability of hosts. Find out how long a flea's life cycle can last with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
After purchasing the right flea bombs, tape cabinets, put dishes away and seal food containers before moving furniture off of carpeted areas. Leave the house after setting a flea bomb with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
The best way to get rid of fleas is with topical ointments, flea powders, flea bombs and aerosol flea killers. Vacuum often and get rid of fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Getting rid of fleas without using chemicals can be done, but it is time consuming, difficult and less effective. Use lemons to get rid of fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Some household items that can be used to get rid of fleas include hand soap, water and lemons. Use homemade supplies to get rid of fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Homemade flea shampoos aren't as effective as pesticide-based flea shampoos, but they can be made by diluting a regular shampoo. Make a homemade dog shampoo to combat fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pets.
Natural ways to get rid of fleas include the use of various extracts, oils and herbs, as well as a spray that is lemon-based. Use items around the house to kill fleas naturally with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
It's almost impossible to kill flea pupae, but the best thing to do is to vacuum and kill the flea with insecticide once it has reached a larval state. Kill fleas that are in the pupa stage with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Fleas can be killed in water by drowning when giving a dog a bath, but it can be difficult to get every flea into the water. Kill some adult fleas in the bathtub with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
A homemade flea dip can be made in the bath by adding tea tree oil or lavender to the water. Use a homemade flea dip to help kill fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Homemade flea repellents include a lemon tea mixture, eucalyptus leaves, tea tree oil or lavender oil. Use homemade flea repellents to spread around the house with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Organic flea control can be performed by spreading cedar chips around a lawn, planting lavender and making repellents with tea tree oil or lavender oil. Use care when attempting to organically eliminate fleas with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Boric acid is generally found at hardware stores and can be mixed with salt to form a homemade flea repellent. Use boric acid to stop fleas from laying eggs with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Fleas are attracted by food sources, warmth, heat, blood and carbon dioxide. Discover how fleas find prey to feed off of with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas.
Flea season is basically any time of year that's hot and dry, and is not dictated by natural seasons. Discover how dryness and humidity determine flea season with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Potential flea carriers include bedding, animals, the lawn or anybody else that has come in contact. Discover all of the places that fleas could come from with tips from a pet industry specialist in this free video on fleas and pest control.
Pest control refers to the regulation or management of a species defined as a pest, usually because it is perceived to be a threat to a person's health, the ecology or the economy. Chemical pesticides date back 4,500 years, and chemical pest control is still the predominant type of pest control today. While chemical pesticides may kill insects effectively, some may also be toxic to human beings and lead to severe environmental degradation if their use is not properly managed. By comparison, natural pesticides, which are usually eco-friendly, are more conducive to environmental sustainability and more beneficial to public wellness. In this free video series, a pet industry specialist provides advice for eliminating fleas, curing flea bites and organic flea control. Discover how to make flea powder, how to kill fleas and how to get rid of fleas without chemicals. Learn about making homemade dog shampoo to kill fleas, getting rid of fleas naturally and making homemade flea repellent. Take control of a flea infestation with these household tips!
Cordell Jacques Cordell Jacques has worked in the pet industry for more than 10 years. He is also a reptile hobbyist in one form or another. Jacques keeps more than 20 various reptiles, frogs, fish and inverts. He not only has a love of reptiles, but cats and dogs, as well. He currently works at Huron Pet Supply in Ann Arbor, Mich.dkdk
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