Dog Flea And Tick Control Couldn't Be Any Easier...

There are several ways of controlling a dog flea and tick problem permanently.
Believe it or not, but fleas actually don't spend very much time on your dog at all, they spend more time off of your dog.

They do however need blood to survive and if your dog is not protected, unfortunately he becomes the buffet. Look for flea dirt around your dog's belly area.

Flea dirt looks like specs of dirt, but it is actually blood. Using a damp cloth, wipe the specs and if it smears red, then chances are it's flea dirt. You can also place a white tube sock on your hand and run the sock down your dog's back between his fur. If fleas are present, you will see them. One thing to remember is that fleas are very good jumpers and can jump approximately three feet.

If you do have an existing flea problem, remember to treat the pet and the environment where he lives. Doing this at the same time is critical for obtaining the best results possible.

Flea Bites Cause Dog Allergies...
Many dogs and cats are allergic to the saliva from a flea. One flea bite can cause an allergic reaction with excessive chewing and scratching at the location of the bite.

Flea And Tick Bites Can Also Cause Other Medical Problems Too...
Flea bites can also cause tapeworms and anemia in dogs. If you notice what looks like white rice in your dogs stool then this very well could be tapeworms and you should get him to the vet a.s.a.p. with a stool sample.

When dogs are heavily infested with fleas, it's easy for them to become anemic because of the amount of blood that they lose. Plus, their resistance becomes low and they may become lethargic.

Dog Flea and Tick Prevention Products...
There are many dog flea and tick prevention products on the market today.

The easiest and most effective is the spot treatment which should be applied in one spot between the shoulder blades monthly. Keep in mind that although a product might kill fleas for three months, it generally only kills dog ticks for up to one month.

Some Of The Other Products Available Are: