You are sitting at home, relaxing on the sofa with your dog, when you suddenly notice a small insect running through his fur. Or you are brushing your cat, you spot small black specks in her fur. The culprit? A common parasite, the flea. Many people think that fleas are a sign of a dirty home or mistreated pets, but unfortunately, this is not the case. Even the most hygienic of households and well-loved family pets can suffer from infestation by these little blood-suckers.

What You Need to Know About Fleas

There are about 2,500 flea species on the planet (although only certain species affect cats and dogs), and they live by feeding on the blood of other creatures. The bite of a flea is irritating to the skin and, in some pets, causes a form of allergic dermatitis, even resulting in hair-loss. Secondary infections also occur when pets groom themselves excessively while trying to rid themselves of the annoying insects. Another important piece of knowledge about fleas is that they are prolific and rapid breeders. It is often said that the number of adult fleas in a population is only a small percentage compared to the number of flea eggs and larvae. Female fleas can lay up to 50 eggs a day which means that it is essential for pet owners to tackle infestations as soon as they spot the signs, and preferably follow a preventative program for flea control

Frontline Plus for Dogs & Cats

One of today's leading products for flea prevention and treatment is the pet med Frontline Plus . The manufacturers of Frontline Plus invested in extensive studies and research to come up with the product which not only eliminates fleas but also ticks. Frontline Plus for Dogs and Frontline Plus for Cats are made from two ingredients called s-methoprene and fipronil. The first Frontline Plus ingredient works to stop flea eggs and flea larvae from developing into mature fleas. The second Frontline Plus ingredient is an insecticide which kills adult fleas. Together, the two ingredients bring the flea life-cycle to an end, making Frontline Plus one of the top flea control pet med available. Frontline Plus can be used both to treat an infestation you spot, or applied every month to stop infestation from happening.

Do I Need to Apply Frontline Plus to All of My Pets?

When dealing with a flea infestation, thoroughness is key. You need to make sure that all fleas and flea eggs in your household and on your pets are eliminated. In the home, vacuum-clean your flooring, including behind and underneath furniture to get rid of any fleas or flea eggs that are hidden there. You might also like to launder your pet's bedding every couple of weeks, and consider steam-cleaning other furnishings. You will also need to treat all of your dogs and cats with the correct Frontline Plus for their species and body weight. If you don't do this, you'll find that untreated pets become a source of new infestation. A situation which is frustrating and time-consuming to deal with. By using Frontline Plus as a flea control treatment on all of your pets, throughout the year, fleas won't ever have the chance to bother you or your furry friends.