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One in four cats in the UK has fleas, compared to one in seven dogs. There are different species of fleas - such as dog fleas, cat fleas, rabbit fleas and human fleas - and they are parasites that ...

Getting rid of fleas is no easy task. While they can’t fly, these tiny pests can live for a long time (up to a year) and leap several inches in one bound. And seeing that females can lay up to 50 eggs ...

Fleas might be tiny creatures, but they can be a giant pain for you and your cat. The fleas usually found on cats (Ctenocephalides felis) are extremely common, and they can be a problem even in the ...

I was minding my own business reading in bed when something caught my eye. I saw a tiny, black insect dart across my bed and immediately flew into a panic. "Not again!" I muttered under my breath.

While cats are pets known for their cleanliness, grooming themselves regularly, they still need care because they can be ...

While everyone else gets all riled up about tick season, the warm weather means another parasitic pest is upon us: fleas. The rising temperatures makes it more hospitable for eggs to hatch, and more ...

Home remedies for fleas on cats are becoming increasingly popular, especially for pet parents who are fans of natural products and remedies. While it is true that natural options will be free from ...

Dear Dr. Fox: A very basic question: How do I know when my cat has fleas if I do not actually see one crawling on her? – R.S., Houston, Texas Dear R.S.: The best test is to check for flea droppings on ...