FLEA CONTROL!
That’s right, folks! A whole blog about flea control.
Let’s face it; fleas are everywhere. These pesky little
things aren’t only giving your pets itchy skin, they can also lead to
intestinal parasites, which is disgusting! Not only is your pet at risk, but
are you too. If you see a flea, remember: where you see one flea there
are hundreds. A female flea can consume
15 TIMES her own body weight EVERY DAY! Not only that, she can lay 2,000
EGGS. Just one flea can multiply to 1,000 fleas on your pet, and in your
home, within 21 days. Not to mention, on average a flea lives 2-3 months.
The best way to make sure that your pet is safe and clear of
fleas is to use a monthly flea control.
At the hospital we have a few to choose from, talk with your doctor to
find which one is right for your pet.
There is an old wives tale going around, people think “my pet
doesn’t need monthly flea control year round” or “my pet only needs flea
control in the hot months”. Not true in
Southern California! Beautiful Southern California weather is pleasant for you
and me, and for fleas. It never gets too hot or too cold for flea’s here in our
mild section of the country, unfortunately making this a very hospitable
environment.
Year round prevention is recommended regardless of the time of
year, including strictly indoor animals.
If you have any questions about the prevention method you’re using, or
to make an appointment to discuss flea control for your pets, call us! Or come
on in.
To your pets good health,
Brittany
Temple City Animal Hospital
5406 Rosemead Blvd
San Gabriel CA
626-287-1173
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