Fleas are a troubling thing to go through for both pets and pet owners. It can be frustrating to see a pet scratching itself to no relief because of a flea infestation. We often consider pets to be members of our own family and try to do the best to care for them. Fleas can cause not only irritation to pets, but it can also be damaging to their health and your home. Our company provides professional relief to households around the Ottawa region with our expert pest management solutions.
What Are Fleas And Why Are Do They Infest Pets?
There are many species of fleas throughout the world. The type that most commonly affect pets are the cat flea species, also known as the Ctenocephalides felis in scientific terms. This pest is found in many different regions globally. They feed on the host animal’s blood and generally do not transfer to humans.
The Damage Of Fleas On Family Pets
There are health implications of a flea infestation outside of skin irritation, itchiness, and a compulsion to scratch. A flea problem is especially damaging to younger and/or smaller pets. This is because they are more prone to anemia caused by the blood loss from the fleas feeding. Another at-risk group are elderly pets because they are less able to care for themselves. A geriatric pet has more difficulty or may be unable to groom itself. This makes it easier for fleas to feed on it and can result in anemia faster.
The itchiness is caused by flea allergy dermatitis or a skin allergy to the fleas. A pet can scratch too much and damage its skin. This makes the wounds at risk for infections and may require veterinary care. An absence of this allergy means that the animal will not experience itching. However, this does not mean that the infestation is not a problem.
Fleas are a transmitter of several diseases. One example is the feline infectious anemia, also known as feline hemotropic mycoplasmosis or Haemobartonellosis. This is a blood parasite that is potentially life-threatening.
The Secondary Damage Of Fleas On Family Members
One illness transmitted by fleas is the cat scratch fever, also known as Bartonellosis. This illness does not affect pets directly but are instead transmitted to humans. Fleas may also feed on humans if its preferred host is unavailable due to an overpopulation of fleas, being unable to find a host, or that the host is receiving flea medications. This is why treating flea problems in your home is vital.
Common Misconceptions About Fleas
Fleas can infest your pets even if you only keep it indoors. They can also infest homes even if you only have hardwood floors.
Why Professional Care Is The Best For Your Pet And Family
Caring for a pet’s flea problems means both immediate and professional care. Our technicians are animal-friendly and experienced in dealing with many types of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, farm animals, and more. We offer immediate service bookings and general quotes over the phone. Call now for expert advice to your questions. Flea Infestation the House Ottawa,ON call (613) 209-1880.
