Fleas are a year-round problem in the South, both indoors and out. “They’re carried into your yard by wildlife such as squirrels, raccoons, opossums, mice, and deer,” says Eric Benson, PhD, professor ...

Given enough time, most Louisiana pet owners know the itchy, infuriating, ankle-slapping hell of a bad flea problem. The blood-sucking bugs love Southern heat and humidity. Though topical medications ...

What kills dog fleas instantly? This is one of the questions I’m asked most often as a vet, usually with a touch of panic! After 14 years of treating dogs of all breeds and sizes, I’m no stranger to ...

LIVERPOOL, N.Y. — Liverpool Animal Health Center has been selected to participate in a national clinical study to evaluate a new flea control medication. Participating households will receive free ...

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WASHINGTON— Popular pet flea collars and treatments contain high levels of toxic PFAS chemicals, according to laboratory test results posted today by Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility.

A new study suggests that routine flea and tick treatments could expose native insects to high levels of toxins.

Here’s how to control the flea population in your yard. Fleas are a year-round problem in the South, both indoors and out.