Flea Extermination Houston: 6 Common Misconceptions
Now, more than ever, fleas are becoming a problem, making flea extermination in Houston critical. In fact, according to a Kansas State University study, flea allergy dermatitis (FAD) is the most common dermatologic disease of domestic dogs. That’s because when fleas feed, they inject saliva containing various histamine-like compounds, enzymes, and amino acids that induce hypersensitivity. So, what do pet parents need to know to protect their pets?
Here are six common misconceptions about fleas:
1. If you don’t see fleas on your pet, there’s no need to worry about a flea allergy.
FALSE! Your pet can have a flea allergy even if you don’t see fleas. One flea bite from a flea can cause an allergic reaction. That one bite can make the pet scratch and/or bite the affected area for seven days!
2. When it comes to a flea, you only need to worry about a flea bite.
FALSE! If a cat or … Read Full Post »