Just One Flea Can Be a Sign of a Problem As few as 20 fleas might mean your pet is infested, while the most could be between 200 to 300. Ignoring a few fleas can quickly lead to an infestation on your dog and in your home,2 because two adult fleas could lead to hundreds of eggs and pupae.
How long does it take to get infested with fleas?
Because 95% of the problem is in the environment, even using the best quality flea treatment on your dog will not prevent the new fleas hatching from the environment jumping up and biting your dog. If a flea infestation does develop in your home, it will usually take a minimum of three months to get on top of it.
Can fleas cause parasites?
Fleas as parasite vectors Fleas are known to transmit parasites, such as tapeworm, which primarily affect pets. Adult fleas infected with tapeworm may be accidentally ingested by cats or dogs during grooming.
What happens if fleas go untreated?
Left untreated, fleas can multiply rapidly and make your dog seriously ill. That's why it's important to check your dog for fleas on a regular basis and act quickly to eliminate any outbreaks that occur. Some dogs are severely allergic to flea saliva and can experience extreme discomfort even from a single flea bite.
How many fleas on a cat is considered an infestation?
Infested cats and dogs typically have less than 20 fleas living on them. It's believed that pets can support a maximum of 200 to 300 fleas. However, one study showed that fleas won't abandon their host, even when the corporeal population exceeds 300.
