Fleas are insects that have been with us for a very, very long time. Their bites leave nasty sores. Some people have allergic reactions to flea bites, and develop rashes.
Fleas have been plaguing us - sometimes literally - for most of history. Several species attack dogs, cats, and humans, leaving nasty bites and worse. If conditions are right, they can live up to two years, and their eggs and larvae can hide out in bedding, clothes, and tiny cracks in the house. Here's how to take care of them.
You need to attack fleas in all areas of the house at the same time. Otherwise, eggs will hatch, larvae will mature, and fleas will jump back into your life before you know it.
Shampoo your infected pets with a flea shampoo or use other types of flea treatments. Vacuum the carpeting and furniture to remove eggs or larvae, then seal up the vacuum bag in a plastic garbage bag. Wash your linens, clothes and pets' bedding in hot, soapy water. Then run down to the pet store and ask about the best flea repellent treatments or devices for your animals.
Flea eggs can be stashed away behind baseboards, in window casements, and around door frames. Treat these areas with Ortho® Home Defense MAX® Perimeter & Indoor Insect Killer. To take care of any remaining fleas, set off an indoor insect fogger. Since fleas come in from outside, treat your yard with Ortho® Bug-B-Gon MAX® Insect Killer For Lawns Granules.
Fleas are insects that have been with us for a very, very long time. Their bites leave nasty sores. Some people have allergic reactions to flea bites, and develop rashes.
