Fleas are no Summer Fling
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Media release: 14 May, 2012
Fleas are no Summer Fling
A leading vet has warned Aussie pet owners to remain vigilant against fleas despite the cooler weather.
Dr Mark Perissinotto, head vet at www.vetshopaustralia.com.au said it was a common misconception that fleas died off during autumn and winter.
“We notice many problems occurring from pet owners relaxing their flea prevention measures with the onset of cooler weather, wrongly believing the parasite is less prevalent,’’ Dr Perissinotto said.
What pet owners are unaware of is that a warm, heated home actually provides the ideal environment for fleas to breed, enabling them to complete their full lifecycle from eggs to adulthood in as little as 2 weeks," he explained.
"It is very important to combat fleas at all life stages; breaking the cycle to prevent reinfestation, which means keeping pets protected even in the colder months."
Dr Perissinotto explained that treating fleas in winter should be no different from the prevention plans that owners put in place during the warmer months of the year.
"There is no reason to take a step back from protecting your pet from unwanted parasites during winter, they are still at a high risk of becoming infested, so it is important to keep following flea prevention methods.
"You can help control your pet’s fleas by not only using monthly flea treatments but by washing their bedding weekly and vacuuming rooms where they reside, daily. This will help to physically remove fleas in the pre-adult stages from your pet’s environment."
“Flea control is a year-round commitment. Treating your pets every month, even if you can’t see any fleas, will ensure both your pets and your home remain protected 365 days a year,’’ he said.
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Further information
Media Contact: Jemma Lenton 07 5453 4840
Jemma.lenton@vetshoponline.com
Address: 5/42 Owen Creek RD. Forest Glen QLD
Go to the Dr Mark bio page for more information about Dr Mark Perissinotto.