Fleas Pest Control Knowledge

Fleas

Tiny Terrors Unleashed

Fleas are small jumping parasites that thrive on human and pet blood. They are vectors to diseases and can cause severe dermatitis allergies in pets and humans. Fleas can turn a cozy home into an itchy nightmare due to their alarming high reproduction rates. If their infestation is left untreated, they can conquer your space and affect your health and comfort. 

Common types of Fleas in Arizona

Cat Flea

Dog Flea

Human Flea

Signs of Fleas

Pet Scratching: Excessive itching or biting at fur-by pets.
Flea Dirt: Small black specks (flea feces) on pet bedding or carpets.
Bites on Humans: Red, itchy welts often in clusters on legs.
Jumping Fleas: Tiny hopping insects visible on floors or furniture.

Dimension Range

1.5 – 3.3 mm long.

Fleas feed on any warm-blooded body including humans. However, they desire to dine on fur-bearing animals such as dogs, cats, rats, mice etc.

They are attracted to warm blooded hosts, especially pet fur.  They like moisture and organic debris as well.

Fleas Characteristics

Color & Pattern

Dark reddish-brown with no visible patterns.

Flat, oval body designed for navigating fur or hair. Fleas are wingless, but equipped with powerful jumping legs.

Fleas usually live on their hosts or in environments like carpets, bedding and cracks. They thrive in warm, humid conditions which are provided during Arizona’s monsoon season.

How to get rid of Fleas

It is advised to eliminate food sources like trash and open food containers, seal entry points, and maintain cleanliness. For effective rats control and mice treatment, contact Pestizan Pest Control and enjoy a top rated rodent control service employing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) methods.

Fleas Threats

Diseases

Fleas can carry bacteria and viruses and transmit tapeworms, murine typhus, and plague.

Bites

Flea bites cause itchy red bumps. Severe infestation may cause anemia.

Damages

They can cause minimal damages to fabric and carpets upon their infestation.

Damages to Businesses

Pet-related businesses may lose clients due to fleas infestation.
How do I know if my pet has fleas?

Check pets’ constant scratching or licking. Also you should consider other signs like hair loss or black specks in their fur as an alarm for flea infestation and seek veterinarian help.

Yes, they can live on wild animals or human hosts also.

Utilizing our professional flea control methods, treatment can take a few weeks for full elimination. 

Frequently Asked Questions