Cats have the natural ability to hunt, fight, and play in the most flea infested places. You can bring in cat fleas from under your house or abandoned buildings where fleas are still lurking. These parasites are able to hitchhike back to their home and multiply. Dog and cat health can be compromised by fleas and protecting them is vital in the relentless battle against the parasites. Your techniques to combat cat fleas are similar tactics used on your home and yard. Basic cleaning, as with yard and home protection, is the best foundation for your attack.
Flea combs – A flea comb is the best tool to remove adult fleas from cat fur. Combing has several advantages, it removes adult fleas thereby reducing the amount of insecticide needed and two, combined with a alcohol or soap solution can kill adult fleas on contact. Adult fleas favor thick fur and therefore accumulate heavily near the face, neck and front of the tail.
Solutions – Shampoo is an obvious choice to drown and chemically eradicate your unwanted trespassers. After combing your pet, a soapy bath becomes a gentle insecticide that subdues light infestations. Allow shampoo to soak for 5-10 minutes before washing.
IGR’s are insect growth regulators. They can be used as spot-on’s sprays, pills or food ingredients. IGR’s aim to control larvae and egg development. IGRs can cause adult fleas to become incapable of reproducing and eggs to fail to hatch. Larvae also die before they reach maturity. The only issue is the adult fleas that ultimately survive the IGR’s affects. IGRs can often be combined with mild insecticides to eliminate adult fleas. Cat enclosures
Enclosure – Dog and cat enclosures allow you to choose where the animal wanders once it leaves the safety of the home. Dog and cat cages, or enclosures, are often built out to sunny spots where fleas are less likely to thrive. You should also provide shade, but avoid moist areas that can be a breeding ground for parasites. You can reduce the likelihood of your pet getting fleas by keeping them out of your yard.
There are many flea-killing products. There are many products that can be used to kill fleas. You don’t have to worry, I have done all the work for you. All you need to do is to read. This article is divided into three short, but informative chapters. Chapter I will give a quick overview of the flea’s life cycle. This is crucial to understand how you can get rid of them. Chapter II and chapter III provide tips on how to protect your pet, house, and garden from flea infestation. At the end of the Chapter III is a link to the exact products you’ll need to effectively rid and protect your domicile from these parasites. We’ll start with an incredible fact. How many eggs were you able to say fleas laid?