The summer heat has crept in — and with it the critters that have owners and pets alike itching. Fleas, in particular, have a tendency to make themselves at home in your carpet, bedding, and, worst of all, your pet’s fur, inflicting constant irritation and posing potential health risks to their hosts.
Dr. Lori Teller, a clinical professor at Texas A&M’s College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, offers insight into the symptoms and dangers of fleas as well as effective prevention methods.
How Fleas Spread
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