No matter the species of pet or number in your household, flea control is an inevitable part of pet ownership. Fleas tend to thrive in warmer, dryer climates; their populations often peaking during the hotter summer months in your home and yard. Yet flea infestation can happen anywhere at anytime throughout the year!
But how can you know when it’s time to treat your home for fleas? Ryan Smith of Ant and Garden Organic Pest Control of Beaverton, Oregon recommends home flea treatment at the beginning of spring or summer when fleas and ticks become prevalent; however, no matter the time of year or month it is essential that treatment commence immediately upon any sign of infestation on pets.
When selecting home flea treatments, there are many factors to keep in mind. You need to decide whether you need indoor, outdoor or both treatments; do you use powder, spray, fogger or trap products; as well as whether they’re safe for pets, children and any surfaces where food is stored or served. Each treatment has different application methods, cautions and ingredients – this list should help you choose one or two suitable products that suit your particular needs.