As the cooler weather sets in, it may be tempting to think that the need for flea control diminishes. Indeed, cooler outside temperatures may reduce (but not eliminate) flea re-infestation from outdoor environments. However, warm winter homes remain a perfect environment for on-going flea development and infestation of pets.
During winter, flea pupae that developed from flea eggs laid up to 6 months earlier, could be present waiting to emerge as new fleas to infest you pet. Once on your pet, fleas will feed, mate and lay eggs. An adult flea can lay up to 50 eggs per day, which falls off your pet's coat resulting in long term flea contamination of your home. Therefore, winter is also a key time to protect our furry friends and home from flea infestation.
Remember, the adult fleas on your pet only represent 5% of the problem. The other 95% is made up of eggs, larvae and pupae that are hidden in and around your home. For every flea that you see, there could be hundreds lurking in your carpets, between floor boards, on your furniture and even on your bed.
Thankfully, FRONTLINE PLUS has 2 active ingredients to protect your pet against all stages of the flea life-cycle. Using Frontline Plus all year round will control any existing flea problems, as well as prevent new infestations from occurring, even during winter.
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