Every owner of a pet dog knows that fleas will probably be an issue eventually. Even if their pet stays in doors all of the time, he or she will still be at risk of getting fleas. A dog usually gets fleas from other dogs and animals as well as flea infested grass and brush.
Arthritis is the term used in both human and veterinary medicine to describe any type of joint inflammation. Several types exist, including rheumatoid, degenerative, and infectious arthritis, each having a different cause. Infections, autoimmune diseases, trauma, and certain drugs, such as sulfa antibiotics, can promote joint inflammation.
A flea trap may be the perfect solution for those who want to get rid of a flea infestation without the use of harmful chemicals or strong medications. These traps are designed to attract, capture and prevent fleas from escaping. This results in the death of the flea, removes their ability to reproduce, and allows you to live in peace. A flea trap can come in many forms.
Fleas are pests that threaten the health of your dog or cat and your pocketbook. Preventing flea infestation in your pet is less expensive than treatment, so steps should be taken to prevent this pest from taking over. Many dogs and cats are allergic to the bite of a flea, and often it takes only one flea bite. The protein in the flea’s saliva is what causes the problem.
Flea Allergy Dermatitis, or FAD for short, is the number one most common illness caused by fleas. Some vets that specialize in pet allergy say that as many as 40% of all pets may suffer from FAD. FAD is caused by an allergic reaction to one of the antigens in the flea’s saliva.
