Most people don't realize that fleas are so tiny they're practically invisible until you're really looking for them. And because you can't see them right away, the problem explodes fast - especially since 95% of fleas aren't on your dog, but are living around your home as eggs just waiting to hatch.
This can leave your furry friend miserable if you don't act fast... Find out below how to help them now.
The real problem starts from something as simple as a walk. When your dog goes outside to use the bathroom, sniffs around bushes, or plays in the yard, they pick up fleas from the grass and dirt.
Your dog basically becomes a super spreader, bringing them straight into your home where they set up camp by laying eggs all around your house - carpets, couches, and even your dog's bed. The eggs are then triggered by hot temperatures, like your body heat, that cause these eggs to hatch.
Now, you're probably thinking "I'll just grab a flea collar or some drops from the pet store." Yes, they do work, but did you know that flea collars have been linked to over 2,700 pet deaths? The chemicals in these collars get absorbed through your dog's skin and into their bloodstream, causing everything from skin burns around their neck to seizures.
Flea drops are effective, but they are also dangerous for your dog- those harsh chemicals can cause burns where you use them and have been reported to cause neurological problems in thousands of dogs.
And here's the real problem with these treatments - they only kill the fleas that are currently on your dog. They do absolutely nothing about all those fleas living in your home, that’ll start biting you and your family..
Let's be honest, our dogs deserve better than dangerous chemicals. The good news? There's actually a safe* way to break this cycle that could be the key to your dog's comfort and happiness...