Flea
Fleas are small, blood-sucking parasites that are commonly found on pets and in homes, causing itchy bites and potentially transmitting diseases.
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What do these pests look like?
Fleas are tiny, reddish-brown insects, about 1/8 inch (3–4 mm) long, with flattened bodies, long legs, and powerful jumping ability. They have no wings but can leap great distances to move between hosts.
Quick information about Fleas
- USUALLY FOUND IN: Pets (dogs, cats), carpets, bedding, and furniture
- FEEDS ON: Blood from mammals and birds
- BITES/STINGS: Flea bites cause itching, red spots, and swelling on the skin
- SIZE/COLOR: 1/8 inch (3–4 mm); reddish-brown with a flattened body and long, strong legs
- SEASON: Active year-round, but more common in warm weather
- TREATABLE AT HOME: Flea treatments for pets and home sprays can help, but professional pest control may be needed for heavy infestations
Information About Fleas
Fleas are notorious for infesting pets, especially dogs and cats, where they lay eggs in fur, causing intense itching and discomfort. However, fleas can also live in carpets, bedding, and other soft furnishings, often going unnoticed until the infestation is significant.
Flea bites on humans can cause itchy, red welts that are often grouped in a line or cluster. In severe cases, flea bites can lead to allergic reactions or even transmit diseases like plague, typhus, and tapeworms. Fleas are also known for their ability to jump long distances, allowing them to quickly move between pets and people.
Flea infestations can be tricky to control, as fleas have a four-stage life cycle: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. The eggs fall off the host and hatch into larvae, which then pupate before emerging as adults. This means that even after treating your pets, fleas can remain in your home, hiding in carpets or upholstery.
To effectively control fleas, it’s essential to treat both your pets and your home. Vacuuming carpets and furniture regularly, washing pet bedding, and using flea treatments for your pets are key steps in eliminating fleas. For persistent or heavy flea infestations, Avayda Pest Control provides expert pest control services to ensure your home is flea-free and prevent future issues.
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At Avayda, we know that you want a pest free home, regardless of the time of year. In order to do that, you need the right team and products to help remove invaders and keep them out for good. The problem is you’ve tried to solve it yourself, or you don’t have the time, and they keep coming back. Ultimately, you’re afraid they’ll never go away.
Everyone deserves a pest-free home. And we understand that your home has to be safe for you and your family. Free from any kind of insect, pest, or unwanted guest. We’ve helped create pest-free homes for 10,000+ customers, and we’re ready to help. We offer year-round pest services with safe products for the whole family and a guarantee that they’ll be out of your house for good.
