Spring is finally here, and if you are like me, then the first thing you want to do is get outside and enjoy this beautiful weather with your doggy friends! After being cooped up inside for the ...

They’re the four words you never want to hear: your pet has fleas. The tiny bugs make cats and dogs uncomfortable, and once they’re in your home, they’re very hard to get rid of.

From regular pet grooming to natural home remedies, these strategies can help you maintain a flea-free environment over the long term. Fleas might be persistent, but with these strategies ...

Fleas are tiny wingless parasites that like to feed on blood from your dog or cat. You'll find them in pet fur, pet bedding, carpets, or in bushes or grass outside your home. Once you've killed ...

However, ensure that the soap you use is safe for your cat or dog. Bathing your pet regularly helps get rid fleas (Shutterstock) Consider your compound If you live in a home with a compound ...

Oklahoma’s hot and dry summers are prime weather for fleas and ticks to find a home on your furry friends ... and your pet from any sickness. Dogs and cats that are allergic to flea bites ...

How often you treat your cat for fleas will depend on the type of product you use. A topical, for example, will need to be ...

In all my years of practice, I’m amazed at how hard it is still today to find fleas. A flea is an external parasite of dogs and cats. Fleas look like dark little sesame seeds, crawling around on ...

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Rochel Maday is a contributing writer for USA TODAY Homefront. She specializes in home improvement topics and is dedicated to providing valuable information that empowers homeowners to tackle ...