Friday, January 24, 2025

Tackling Fleas: A Follow-Up Guide to Keep Your Home Flea-Free

Fleas are stubborn little pests that can quickly take over your home if left unchecked. If you've already tackled the basics of flea treatment for your pet, it’s time to dive into some additional steps to ensure you fully eliminate the problem. Here’s a quick follow-up on how to take your flea control efforts even further:

1. Treat Your Yard
Fleas don’t just live indoors—they can also thrive in your yard, especially in shaded or grassy areas. Use outdoor flea treatments or sprays to treat areas where your pets spend time. Regularly mow the lawn and clear any leaves or debris to minimize flea habitats.

2. Wash Pet Bedding and Toys
Your pet’s bedding, toys, and any fabrics they come into contact with need regular cleaning. Wash these items in hot water to kill fleas, eggs, and larvae. This should be done every few days until you no longer spot any fleas on your pet.

3. Focus on Hidden Areas
Fleas love to hide in places that are often overlooked, like cracks in the floorboards, behind furniture, and under rugs. Use flea sprays or flea bombs in these hidden spots to make sure you’re eliminating the entire infestation.

4. Keep Up with Preventive Care
Even after you’ve gotten rid of the fleas, it’s essential to stay on top of preventive treatments. Monthly flea treatments for your pet and regular cleaning routines will help keep the fleas from coming back.

With a thorough, multi-step approach, you can effectively rid your home of fleas and keep your pets comfortable and healthy. Consistency is key, so stay proactive and make flea prevention a regular part of your routine.

Jeff Verges/Owner/Operator
742 Santa Anita Court
Eugene, OR 97401

541-688-0580 Eugene 
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