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Are you worried your pet has fleas? If your poor cat or dog seems to be scratching a lot, it’s very possible they have fleas living in their fur. Pets track these tiny bloodsuckers inside your Northern VA home which increases your chance of a flea infestation. Researchers estimate that once you see a single flea on your cat or dog, there may be as many as 100 immature fleas infesting your home. Once you have a flea infestation, it’s extremely hard to get rid of fleas on your own. Fox Pest Control wants you to have peace of mind knowing that your family and pets are safe from fleas.
Fleas belong to a genre of bug that are really hard to see. You may think you have gnats, mites, bedbugs, or some other barely visible pest infesting your home in Northern VA – when in reality, you’ve got fleas on the carpet and on your pets and they’re having a nibble at your family as well. Fleas can also be brought in on rodents like rats or mice.
On This Page ➡️ Signs of an Infestation, Things You Need To Know, Prevention Tips, How to Combat a Flea Infestation near Northern VA, Flea Control FAQ
Signs of a Flea Infestation
You might already know you have a flea infestation, but here are a few of the most common signs flea exterminators in Northern VA look for.
Fleas in Fur
Since fleas are most likely to infest a pet, such as a dog or cat, the first sign is finding fleas in their fur. They usually look like little black dots on their skin and in the fur around their necks and tails, on their belly, and in their “armpits.”
Pet Scratching
Pets with a flea infestation in their fur may scratch excessively. Sometimes, pets scratch so much that they make themselves bleed.
Pet Salivation
In some cases, pets, while grooming, can ingest fleas that carry eggs from intestinal worms (tapeworms). The worms end up inside your pet’s system. This can lead to excessive salivation and little white flecks around your pet’s anus.
Sightings
Though more unusual, you’ll know if you have a flea infestation if you see actual fleas jumping around inside your house, usually on carpet, couches, or other furniture. You might even see fleas outside.
Things You Need to Know About Fleas
- Pets typically pick up fleas before we notice them inside the house. The time pets spend outside interacting with the environment, going for walks near Northern VA, swimming in lakes or rivers, and being around other animals makes them much more susceptible.
- These blood-sucking insects are around 1-2 millimeters long and may look like a dark speck. If you comb your pet with a flea comb and see dark bugs inside it, you’ll know fleas are present.
- Unfortunately, once you see fleas, they’ve probably already started laying eggs, and those eggs mature quickly. In most cases, flea pupae only take two weeks to progress from egg to adult.
- Once they mature, they carry dangerous diseases such as:
- Tularemia
- Flea-borne Typhus
- Tungiansis
- Because of these diseases, it’s important to diligently prevent fleas before they have the opportunity to lay eggs on your property. Contact our expert flea exterminators in Northern VA today!
Helpful Flea Prevention Tips:
- Keep grass around the house short and keep the yard free of branches, leaves, and debris.
- Avoid walking your pet through wooded areas, especially those with tall grass, and check your pet for fleas after walks
- Ask your vet about preventative pet flea treatments.
- Vacuum regularly, if your pet has fleas they will try to get them off and they may end up in your carpets
- Clean pet beds and kennels
How Do I Get Rid of Fleas Near Northern VA?
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Think you have a flea problem? Call Fox Pest Control at (703) 454-8200 or email us for a free quote.
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We’ll schedule same day* flea control service with one of our certified technicians.
Receive Service
Your technician will conduct a thorough flea inspection of your home/property and provide a customized flea treatment plan that will be most effective for your situation.
Get a Report
You will receive a detailed report of the service provided and helpful recommendations to remain flea free.
We’ll Follow Up
We come back regularly throughout the year to ensure the fleas don’t come back. If you see any flea activity between your regularly-scheduled service, simply give us a call. We’ll come back for free!
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FAQs About Northern VA Flea Pest Control Near You
How do I get rid of fleas?
Although fleas can be prevented by treating your pet regularly with veterinarian-approved treatments, they can still find their way onto your property in Northern VA. Once they’ve invaded your home, it’s incredibly frustrating to get rid of fleas. Frequent vacuuming can help, but ultimately, you’ll want to call Fox Pest Control in Northern VA to make your home safe and comfortable again. Outdoor fleas are annoying enough (we do provide outside flea extermination). Fleas inside your house are even worse. Our indoor flea exterminators in Northern VA are ready to help.
Are fleas dangerous?
Fleas can carry numerous diseases that can be transmitted to humans, including:
- Tularemia;
- Flea-borne (murine) Typhus;
- Tungiansis;
- Bubonic plague
What problems do fleas cause pets?
Fleas can cause many problems for pets, including:
- Flea-allergy dermatitis (excessive, chronic itching);
- Cat-scratch fever (cats can transfer this disease to humans by scratching);
- Tapeworms
What are IGRs and how do they work on fleas?
“IGR” stands for “Insect Growth Regulator,” which acts like an insect hormone that stops fleas from growing properly. It’s one of many effective chemical flea control treatments we offer at Fox Pest Control in Northern VA.
How can I tell if my pet has fleas?
Pets with fleas will scratch and bite themselves excessively, even to the point of bleeding. They may also salivate excessively.
What should I do to prevent fleas on my pet?
Especially if your pet has long or thick fur, check them regularly for fleas. Places fleas are most likely to latch onto a dog or cat are around the ears, near the tail, along the underbelly, and in the “armpits”. Sift through their fur with a flea comb.
What do fleas look like?
Adult fleas are about 1-2 millimeters long and might look like a dark speck.
Are fleas only found in dirty homes?
Fleas can infest a clean hotel or a well-kept cruise cabin just as easily as they can invade a dirty motel. Pest professionals often advise people that regular cleaning and vacuuming will help control fleas in their homes as vacuuming helps keep the pests at bay. You can also find outside fleas.
Why does cleaning help prevent fleas?
Regular vacuuming can get rid of flea eggs that have fallen on the ground, and could pick up flea larvae as well. If you know your pet has had a history of fleas, clean their bedding thoroughly and frequently.
What is a flea larva?
After a flea hatches, it emerges as a worm called a larva (plural: larvae). The larvae wiggle around on the ground looking to eat skin particles and adult flea droppings.
How long do fleas live?
With enough food (blood), an adult flea in Northern VA can live for about two or three months on average.
How long is the flea life cycle?
Under normal circumstances, a flea only takes two weeks to go from egg to adult. However, depending on the conditions, flea pupae can live up to a year or more in a dormant state.
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