If you have pets around, fleas remain to be a constant problem. Aside from regular flea treatment, there are measures that you can undertake for environmental flea control. These include the following:
- Frequent vacuuming of every nook and cranny of your home. Place boric acid salt in the bag to kill the fleas and eggs that are collected. If you don’t have boric acid salt make sure to seal the bag thoroughly and dispose of it properly.
- Wash your pet’s bedding in hot soapy water at least once a week.
- Steam-clean the carpet several times a year to kill all parasites that are present.
- Sprinkle products that contain boric acid salt on the floors and carpets to kill fleas and their larvae. (Precaution: Boric acid salts should never be applied directly to pets. If possible, there should be no one inside the house during application to prevent inhaling the dust. As an added precaution, wearing protective gear, such as masks, protects people from the dust.
- There are nematodes that are sold for pest control. These microscopic worms feed on immature fleas and eggs.
- For serious infestations, you may need to hire a professional pest exterminator for a safe but effective solution to the problem.
Talk to your vet Fort Myers FL about the best way to protect your pet from fleas throughout the year.
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