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3_06 FAQ About Fleas
Why Do Flea Bites Itch? 02
When fleas feed from a host, some of their saliva gets injected into the skin. This can lead to discomfort, irritation, and itchiness in your dog.3
How Do Fleas Reproduce? 07
The flea life cycle is broken down into 4 stages. Adult female fleas lay eggs that hatch into wormy larvae. The larvae spin cocoons and become pupae. When they’re ready, the pupae emerge from their cocoons as adult fleas to find a host and start the cycle over.4 The entire life cycle can be completed in as few as 2-3 weeks, but can take up to 4 months or longer depending on environmental conditions. Because an adult flea can lay up to 50 eggs per day, even just a few fleas untreated on a host can lead to an infestation.
Do Fleas Lay Eggs on Dogs? 06
Adult female fleas can only lay eggs after feeding, which means they always lay eggs on their host.4 The eggs are smooth and round, so they quickly fall off your dog and settle into the environment. Flea eggs can end up in your carpet, between floorboards, and in your furniture or bedding. However, most flea eggs will land in the areas where your dog spends most of their time.
Can I Get Fleas from My Dog? 05
It is rare that fleas will jump from your dog onto you, as fleas typically will not leave their host. However, if there is an existing flea infestation in your environment, new fleas that are seeking a host may jump on a person and bite them. Because fleas cannot survive on humans alone, they will eventually jump off in search of a more suitable host.