If you’ve noticed tiny bugs leaping around in your pet’s fur, it’s time to get serious about flea control. The staff at Crescent Springs Animal Hospital—an animal clinic serving Northern Kentucky—are experts on these irritating pests.

Read their tips for banishing fleas so your pet can be comfortable and happy:

• Yard Care: The most common way fleas enter a home is by riding on pets or humans who have spent time outside. In fact, an unruly yard is a haven for fleas. Since they thrive in long grass and unkempt shrubbery, keep your yard tidy and the grass mowed. Installing a fence will also prevent feral animals from carrying fleas into your yard.
• Vacuum Regularly: The flea life cycle can be a nightmare for pet owners—as soon as you think you’re in the clear, more tiny insects hatch. Break the cycle by vacuuming regularly, destroying flea eggs that might be hiding in the carpet.   
• Visit a Vet: Your veterinarian knows the most effective and safe flea medications available. Talk to a vet or visit an animal clinic before applying chemicals to your pet. With information from an expert, you can ensure your companion gets the proper dosage and care.
• Speak Up: It’s common for pets to get fleas from other animals. Ask other pet owners if their furry friend suffers from fleas before letting it interact with your pet. Dog parks and kitty kennels are notorious for flea infestations, so always inquire about pest presence for the well-being of your pet.

Ridding houses and pets of fleas isn’t the only way Crescent Springs Animal Hospital serves residents of northern Kentucky. The animal clinic also offers microchipping, spay and neuter services, and pet dental care. To read a full list of services, including emergency vet care, visit their website. You can also call (859) 331-6608 to schedule your pet’s next wellness exam.