With the return of warm, humid weather, flea problems escalate and getting rid of these pesky insects is no easy task. Flea control can be a full-time job and no single product can be applied to eradicate them from your home or pet. At complete program that includes both the pet and the environment, including the yard, is needed.

Surprisingly, only two of the more than 250 species of fleas found in the United States infest dogs and cats. Both species can complete a life cycle in as little as 16 days, but ten female fleas have the potential to multiply to 250,000 fleas in thirty days. Their eggs and larvae can be found just about every place your pet has slept, stood or traveled -- on furniture, floors, carpets and lawns. That’s why it is so hard to get rid of these critters.

Here are some things you can do for season-long flea control:

* Start your prevention program now.

* Ask us about the newer non-insecticidal treatments that include Program, Frontline, and Revolution.

* Scientific discoveries have now changed our approach to flea control in the early stages of development. It’s a totally new concept--an all new, once-a-month, oral flea tablet given to your pet prevents flea eggs from hatching. Proven safe and effective, the once-a-month flea tablet, called “PROGRAM”, is convenient and easy to use. “PROGRAM” is now available in combination with “INTERCEPTOR” this product is called “Sentinal” heartworm preventative and an injectable form for cats. This injectable product will give 6 months protection for your cat. Other new flea products we highly recommend are Frontline, and Revolution.

* Use foggers and premise sprays to treat indoor environments. Only use insecticides that are approved by the EPA. Vacuum furniture, rugs, carpets -- any place fleas can breed -- regularly but do not vacuum for about seven days after applying an insecticide. Be sure to seal your vacuum bag and dispose of it.

* Cleanse the outside environment. Start by raking and mowing the lawn; then spray with an approved insecticide.

* Be sure to wash pet bedding regularly. Don’t allow insecticide to accumulate on your pet or it’s bedding. It can be toxic.

WARNING!!!!! Permethrin, the product used in many over-the-counter flea products, is very toxic to cats. It may cause severe neurological damage such as seizures. Please read package inserts carefully.

Here is more information concerning flea control and please feel free to contact us.

A Breakthrough In Flea Control

Flea control is very important to the health and well being of your pet. Flea bites cause discomfort and irritation, and they are responsible for flea allergy dermatitis. In addition, fleas often carry tapeworm, a harmful intestinal parasite. Fleas can quickly infest your home, necessitating the need for spraying or fumigating the premises, and will even bite humans.

Program, Frontline, Revolution, and Advantage have revolutionized both the control and prevention of many flea related diseases such as flea bite dermatitis, and tapeworm. We highly recommend the use of these products.

Whether you currently have a flea problem or want to prevent an infestation before it happens, call us for more details about this revolutionary product.