Video: Flea hideouts in the house
Parasitology expert Michael Dryden, DVM, MS, PhD, reveals prime hideouts for fleas-and gives tips to clear them out of clients' homes for good.
Handout for clients: Why your home is a flea magnet
Download this handout to help clients understand why their home is an ideal environment for fleas-and what they can do about it.
Communication about fleas can be tricky when clients aren't convinced that their homes can be hotbeds for these pesky parasites. You probably see plenty of pet owners who believe their indoor-only cat could never get fleas, or that just because they don't have carpet, their homes aren't susceptible to an infestation. Veterinary parasitologist Dr. Michael Dryden doesn't hold back when it comes to fleas-get his expert tips about their sneaky hideouts and make sure your clients are aware of where these pesky parasites might be lurking.
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