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Fleas are a nuisance whether they are found in someone's house or on their pets. Discover how to get rid of fleas and how to keep them off of dogs with tips from a veterinarian in this free video series on pest control.
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There aren't a lot of home remedies for getting rid of fleas, but vacuuming a lot and washing bedding are good ways to help get rid of fleas. Discover what measures can be taken at home to get rid of fleas with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on pest control.
Frontline Plus is a flea and tick medication that can be used once a month, and works by incorporating into a pet's oil glands to kill fleas as a central nervous system inhibitor. Discover how Frontline Plus can kill fleas and stop the production of flea eggs with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on pest control.
Fleas are attracted to heat and light, so a makeshift way of catching fleas is to place reverse duct tape in a place with a heat light source on top of it. Discover how to catch fleas with lights or flea combs by following tips from a veterinarian in this free video on pest control.
Fleas don't like being out in the open, so when they're outside they like to hide in bushes. Get rid of fleas outside through lawn maintenance and commercial sprays with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on pest control.
When getting rid of fleas organically, the first thing to do is vacuum, and bedding needs to be washed as well. Naturally get rid of fleas with tips on using garlic and simple remedies from a veterinarian in this free video on pest control.
Frontline Plus can only be used 48 hours before or after a bath, and it needs to be applied between the shoulders so that it can spread evenly through oil glands. Use Frontline Plus on pets with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on pest control.
Side effects of Frontline or Frontline Plus for pets are generally mild, but it's best to check with a veterinarian before using this product on dogs or cats. Look for redness or hair loss when using Frontline with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on pest control.
Flea bites are small, red dots, but allergic reactions can result in a much larger area of redness. Discover how to look for flea bites and how to do so with a flea comb using tips from a veterinarian in this free video on pest control.
Some commercial products can kill flea eggs, such as Frontline Plus, which contains an insect growth regulation. Discover how to prevent fleas from being able to hatch eggs, as well as other information on washing bedding, with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on 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 veterinarian provides information for getting rid of fleas in a home and ridding pets of fleas. Discover a home remedy for eliminating fleas, how to organically get rid of fleas and how to use Frontline Plus for flea control. Learn about what flea bites look like, what kills flea eggs and possible side effects of Frontline Plus with this pest control information.
Dr. James Talbott Dr. James R. Talbott is a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, Tenn. In addition to providing general animal care for many different types of animals, Talbott also specializes in oncology, ultrasound procedures and endoscopy.dkdk
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