Getting Rid Of Household Pests – Fleas
It is a good idea to begin a pest control- fleas patrol before you see the little buggers jumping all over the place. If you own pets, whether they go outside or not, fleas are a nuisance that come with the territory. It is best to get a jump on the bugs, before they start hopping all over you and your loved ones.
For an insect to be so small, fleas can cause huge problems. Fleas are bloodsucking parasites that are classed in an order of insects whose scientific name means, ‘wingless siphon.’
When fleas bite, a tiny amount of anti-coagulating agent is injected with the saliva, to permit easier siphoning of the blood. Both sexes of the species depend on blood to survive and reproduce.
One reason these annoying insects are difficult when it comes to pest control- fleas can remain dormant for several months. Cat fleas are commonly found on both cats and dogs in North America, while dog fleas are found in Europe.
The part that will make your skin crawl- fleas can transmit tapeworms and infections to animals and humans. Fleas are the major cause of chronic hives, especially on the legs of little children, and continual scratching may lead to secondary infections.
Fleas find living in our homes attractive for the same reasons we do- carpets, central heating, and pets. The unseasonably warm weather the whole country is experiencing has provided the ideal conditions for fleas to thrive.
Fortunately flea pest control can fall firmly under the banner of diy pest control so unless you have a really serious problem, try a little self help first. Pest control advice will be available from your local supplier who will be well used to the problem so no need to feel embarrassed.
The aim here is to target all the areas where fleas can hide. There are plenty of reliable pest control products on the market to rid our homes of flea infestation. You can purchase inexpensive foggers called ‘bug bombs’ which fumigate your house or apartment.
Or if you prefer the more natural approach you could try the following: Natural pest control-
Bathe your pet regularly with mild soap and water not chemical shampoo. Use a flea comb when combing out your pet’s hair.
A teaspoon of apple cider vinegar can be added daily into your animal’s drinking water to help strengthen the immune system. If your pets suffer from a severe flea infestation, it is often a sign of poor health. Feed your animals a high quality, natural pet food to improve their diet and protect them from fleas.
Plant fleabane to repel fleas in the yard or garden. This is an annual growing up to 2 feet high with violet daisy flowers.
And one of the best pest control methods you can use is to vacuum. Put flea powder in the vacuum cleaner bag to dust the fleas as you clean house. Place the used bag in the outdoor bin when you are finished sweeping the room for bugs.
