How to prevent cats from getting fleas in winter
1. Vacuum thoroughly and frequently, targeting corners, crevices, and sofa cushions. Empty and discard the vacuum bag after each use.
2. Wash your and your pet's bedding with hot water, then dry them in a dryer.
3. Treat the interior of your home with insecticide. If you feel uncomfortable doing this, contact a professional pest control specialist.
4. Regularly mow the lawn to expose flea larvae to sunlight and kill them.
5. Follow the instructions for use and apply the medication correctly (e.g., Frontline spray). For best results, apply the medication between your pet's shoulder blades. This will prevent your dog or cat from licking or eating it.
6. Purchase prescription flea collars. Many over-the-counter flea collars are ineffective, and some may even cause adverse reactions in pets.
7. Don't blindly trust folk remedies. For example, tea tree oil, a frequently cited natural insect repellent, is actually toxic to cats and fleas.
8. Perform deworming regularly, bathe the dog once a month, and brush its fur frequently.
