Nice Dogs Don’t Get Bugs, Do They?

My dog is scratching and biting at herself, does she have fleas?
If I had a dime for every time a client asked me that question
I would be independantly wealthy!

How can you tell if your dog has fleas?

Before you bring out the sprays, dips or flea shampoos make
sure the problem isn’t dry skin, or something else entirely!
First, part the hair on the rump above the tail and look for
small black specks that look like pepper. This is flea
waste, also known as “flea dirt”. Flea dirt can sometimes be
found on the dog’s face also, especially around the eyes.
These are not eggs. Flea eggs are hard to see since they are
almost opaque. Another way to find flea dirt is to run
warm water over the dog, if the water runs red, the dog has
fleas. Since fleas eat blood, their waste consists mostly of
blood also.

If you can’t find flea dirt, or are not sure, it is
possible to spot the fleas themselves. Fleas like warm,
moist areas, they will go to the ears, eyes, groin and anal
areas. If you are quick you can spot them running to hide
when you lift an ear and look inside, or roll your pooch
over and inspect the groin.

If you do spot fleas, or signs of them, take care of the
little pests immediately! They can infest your house and
yard before you know it! If you can’t find signs of fleas
or are still unsure, consult a Pet Care Professional.

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they offer easy to understand, and follow, directions for grooming your own dog.
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