To give you an idea, if you had the abilities of a flea… …you could jump 300 feet and 160 feet high; imagine that! Finally, you should know that their bites can, above all, bring diseases. I’m thinking of zoonoses, tapeworms, plague, typhus, but also allergies.
How can you tell if you have parquet fleas?
It is quite easy to determine whether you are infested with parquet fleas. Even if your pet scratches or bites itself, that is the first sign. As I said, it is the animal that brings home the fleas. So check his fur often. If you then have small red pimples on your legs, it could be caused by fleas. In search of food, they do not hesitate to sting you. This will cause you to get small, red, hard pimples that can itch. You can tell you are infected by also taking a close look at your floor. Because even if they are tiny, parquet fleas can still be seen with the naked eye. A final proof of their presence are bloodstains in the bed. This means that there are probably fleas under the duvet and biting you while you sleep. However, be careful because it could also be a bed bug infestation.
Where do you find parquet fleas?
As you may have noticed, there are two main places where fleas are found. On pets because that’s where they find their food. But especially on the floor, between the boards of the parquet or floor. But be careful: they also like to nest in skirting boards, textiles, sweaters, carpets, carpets, magazines or books! And of course they also invade places where pets often stay (sofas, beds and baskets). What does a parquet flea button look like? Before we tell you what a flea pimple looks like, let’s take a look at the parts of the body they like best. Parquet fleas mainly bite the ankles, as this is an easily accessible area for them. They can also be found in the groin and even under the armpits. They are attracted to these areas because they are warm and moist. More generally, they like to hang out in places where clothing is tight. For example, the folds in the sock seams. Pimples are usually harmless. They form small, red, hard pimples no larger than the head of a pin. However, they can cause severe itching and can sometimes even become superinfected if you scratch too hard. Treat your pets before disinfecting the house Major cleaning of the house is the only way to get rid of fleas. But before you roll up your sleeves, you should first disinfect your pets. Because as I said, they are the carriers of fleas. Otherwise it’s an endless cycle. They must be treated before and throughout the entire disinfection process in your home. For maximum effectiveness, you can use this tip for the cat and this one for the lapdog. When it comes to cleaning your home, you should follow these simple rules. Start by thoroughly cleaning your floors using these methods. Don’t just clean the floor of a single room, but the entire house. Vacuum daily, paying particular attention to the areas between slats, under and behind furniture, and on and under carpets. After each cleaning, throw your bag in an airtight trash can or even burn it. Warning: one forgotten egg and you can start all over again! To avoid this and get rid of them for good, let’s take a look together at what really works:
1. Use lemon and white vinegar
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