BRISTOL, Tenn. - If you have a dog or cat, you may want to keep an eye out for fleas. Even though it's winter, veterinarians say it's important to stay up to date on flea control. We checked with a ...

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 ...

Fleas and ticks are active year-round, even in winter months. Despite vet recommendations, dogs get an average of only 6 months of prevention per year. Cats receive even less, with an average of just ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

You recently expressed concern that many vets are advising monthly flea-control drugs for dogs and cats — for life. Would you explain what effects there might be if the treatment is discontinued after ...

There’s an old adage that “you can’t please ‘em all.” As a veterinarian, I encounter a wide range of people and personalities. From many clients I receive great praise and gratitude; however, I am not ...

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.