If there is a flea infestation in your home, dogs will show symptoms of infection, but a few other signs around your home can tip you off to a problem, too. If you suspect your home is hosting bothersome creatures, pay attention, so you can call for intervention from a pest control specialist as soon as possible. Here’s how to determine if fleas have taken up residence in your home.

How to Check for a Flea Infestation 

Pay Attention to Your Dog

Dogs living in flea-infested homes are sure to show signs of irritation, such as excessive scratching and biting. Too much scratching can make the skin red and infected, so note any irritation when you brush or bathe your dog. 

If you suspect fleas, carefully inspect the dog’s fur around the base of its tail and belly. Flea droppings appear as small, dirt-like granules. If you discover these, take your dog to the vet for treatment as they likely have fleas. You should also call a pest control professional to remove them from your home.

Inspect Your Carpet & Furniture

If your pets are showing signs of fleas, inspecting your home will let you see how extensive the infestation is. While wearing white socks, shuffle across your carpet for several seconds. Then, use a flashlight to look through the fibers for any pests.

Furniture can also hold clues. Fleas and their droppings can be found wherever your pet typically lounges, such as in a doggy bed or couch. If you’re having a hard time identifying the droppings, put the suspected material in water. If it turns red, fleas are the culprit. 

Check Your Yard

Even if you remove the pests, they’ll likely make a return if their source isn’t found and taken care of. While your pet could have picked them up during a walk or a park outing, it’s still best to inspect your yard. Dark and damp areas—under bushes, decks, and leaf piles—should be first on your list. Just like your carpet, shuffle through the area for several seconds and then use a flashlight to check for fleas.

 

Whether you’re dealing with fleas, ants, mice, or more invaders, All-Rite Pest Control of Versailles, KY, is ready to help you get rid of the pests. The company has been providing top-of-the-line extermination services to both residential and commercial properties for more than 40 years. In fact, it’s the state’s only pest control company that is owned and operated by a board-certified entomologist. To more about what these experts can do for you, call (859) 873-1400 or visit the website today.