Fleas and Tick Management

Fleas and Tick Management

Fleas and ticks are common and important external parasites of people and pets. These abundant insects cause painful, irritating bites and can also carry and transmit diseases. While they have a lot of similarities, including treatments, they have different appearances, habits, and life cycles.

Fleas or Ticks: Similarities

1. Fleas and ticks both transmit diseases and health issues. Fleas transmit tapeworms, while ticks transmit Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
2. These insects feed on blood, and in this case, both animals and people are affected.
3. Both cause an irritating bite, with a red mark left behind.
4. Pets are affected by these pests, and can cause serious health issues for animals if left untreated.

Often, especially for pets, the same products can be used to control fleas and ticks. Most animal treatments, including spot-ons, powders, sprays, and medications control fleas and ticks. Pets who spend time outdoors should always be treated for these insects, especially during flea and tick season (warmer months).

Control Measures:

For controlling Fleas 5 IPM Steps should be followed

1. Prevention
• i) Maintaining good sanitation
• ii) Ensuring continues flea control on pets
2. Inspection
3. Recommendation
4. Treatment
5. Monitoring