Fleas are a year-round problem in the South, both indoors and out. “They’re carried into your yard by wildlife such as squirrels, raccoons, opossums, mice, and deer,” says Eric Benson, PhD, professor ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Dogs scratching their ears incessantly or cats over-grooming their bellies are tell-tale signs of a flea problem. Pet owners in ...

Prevent these pests from hitchhiking into your home on your clothes or pets. When fleas invade your yard, it’s only a matter of time until they make their way into your house, especially if you have ...

WASHINGTON— Popular pet flea collars and treatments contain high levels of toxic PFAS chemicals, according to laboratory test results posted today by Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility.

Given enough time, most Louisiana pet owners know the itchy, infuriating, ankle-slapping hell of a bad flea problem. The blood-sucking bugs love Southern heat and humidity. Though topical medications ...

Higher temperatures than usual this winter means the surge of fleas is predicted to be larger this spring and summer. However, with some proactive measures homeowners can make yards flea-free for pets ...

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LIVERPOOL, N.Y. — Liverpool Animal Health Center has been selected to participate in a national clinical study to evaluate a new flea control medication. Participating households will receive free ...

What kills dog fleas instantly? This is one of the questions I’m asked most often as a vet, usually with a touch of panic! After 14 years of treating dogs of all breeds and sizes, I’m no stranger to ...

Here’s how to control the flea population in your yard. Fleas are a year-round problem in the South, both indoors and out. “They’re carried into your yard by wildlife such as squirrels, raccoons, ...

Fleas are a common problem for pet owners in the Willamette Valley due to the region's climate. Signs of fleas in pets include itching, redness, flaky skin, scabs, and secondary skin infections.