Are you battling fleas and ticks? See the warning signs of infestation and the best treatments for dogs, cats, and your home in this slideshow from WebMD.
What not to do if a tick’s head gets stuck in your dogPerhaps just as important as what to do if a tick’s head gets stuck in your dog is what not to do. This advice is very similar to what may be recommended for people, according to tickbites.net. Never dig a...
If you think your dog or cat has been bitten by fleas, but you don’t see any flea bites, take them to your vet. You’ll need a diagnosis and treatment plan before the infestation grows more serious. However, if you have already identified fleas on your pet, there are a number offl...
I've discussed in the “What to Do” section below about flea prevention and control.Ticks also feed on our dogs' blood, causing skin irritation, itchiness, sores, and eventual scabs.You can use a tweezer when removing this, but be careful not to pull too hard, as its head can become ...
Your poor pup, on the other hand, has had to wait around for you to notice that he has flea bites. After all, flea bites are easy to spot on our hairless bodies but can be difficult to notice when covered with fur. So what do flea bites on dogs look like and how can you identif...
1) What do fleas look like? - a description of the adult flea, egg, larva and cocoon (pupa).Fleas are small insects that parasitise the coats of a wide range of domestic animal species including cats, dogs, rabbits, horses, poultry, humans and rats and which survive by feeding on ...
While flea and tick bites usually are a problem that you hear about with dogs and cats, they are becoming a growing concern in humans as well. Baylor College of Medicine infectious diseases expert Dr. Laila Woc-Colburn tells you what you need to know thi
Fleas: Flea bites can cause extreme itching to a dog, especially if the dog is allergic to flea bites. One way for the dog to alleviate the itchy feeling is by licking, skin chewing, and scratching. If your dog is licking and scratching persistently, check to see if she has fleas. ...
Sand flea bites look like small red bumps on the skin. They usually occur in clusters on the feet, ankles, and lower legs. How long do sand flea bites last? Depending on the person and severity of the bites the overall symptoms can last several weeks to even several months.What...
Flea bites are easier to detect on human skin due to the lack of fur. Pet owners will be more successful in finding evidence of fleas rather than flea bites. To determine if your pet has been infested with fleas, start by looking for flea dirt. Since fleas rely on the blood of hosts...