As part of your dog's regular grooming session, it is important
that you frequently examine his coat and skin for dog flea
bites. Dog fleas can cause severe irritation by sucking on your
dog's blood. If your dog should develop an allergy to dog flea
bites, it could cause him to scratch uncontrollably, and develop
sore, weeping skin. Fleas are also known to spread tapeworms to
dogs that happen to accidentally eat them.
Fleas need an ample source of blood in order to lay their eggs,
and your dog is a perfect source. They can easily jump onto your
dog anywhere outside your home. And once they are done
satisfying their blood thirst from your beloved pooch, they will
usually stay in one area of your home, such as your carpet or
bed, until they lay their eggs.
Fleas are not at all shy about having their presence detected.
Chances are your dog has at least a few dog flea bites on him if
he is scratching, biting, or shaking more than usual. If you
happen to notice that he looks a little irritated, you should
check him for fleas. To do this, start by pushing back the fur
around his neck, along his back, and on his rear end and belly.
Be sure to keep a look out for black and white particles similar
to sand. These are flea eggs and waste material, a sure sign of
a flea's presence. You can also use a fine-toothed comb to
search for fleas. Run the comb over his coat and see if you can
catch any of these annoying culprits. There are many options
available for controlling dog flea bites on your dog. Your vet
is the best person to discuss these options with you.
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