The fundamentals of successful flea control are the same for every cat and dog.
 

The most important thing to remember is not to get too preoccupied with the adult fleas you can see on your pet. They represent only a tiny percentage of the problem. What's more, there is no product on the market that can guarantee to kill all of them before they have the chance to lay their eggs. And with each female flea having the capacity to lay 200 fresh eggs, that's a significant failing.
 

Instead, concentrate your efforts on eliminating those stages of the flea life cycle that live in the house.

Remember that all fleas spend most of their lives off the pet. If you've found large numbers on your dog, the likelihood is that he originally caught just a couple of fleas when out and about a few days ago. They would have slipped unseen into your house and laid hundreds of eggs which dropped into the carpet. Now they've hatched, and poor old Fido is heaving.
 

The key lies in preventing flea reproduction. If you can do this, the fleas you can see on your dog will die out without producing another generation. Problem solved.
 

The same principle works for flea prevention. If you can prevent flea eggs from hatching, it really doesn't matter if your dog comes across the odd one or two fleas outdoors, they won't be able to trigger an infestation at home.
 

The good news is that the latest generation of flea treatments, called Insect Growth Regulators, are designed to do just that. And the great thing about Insect Growth Regulators is that unlike conventional insecticides, they are highly insect-specific in the way they work. That makes them the pet and people friendly option.
 

Please now click on the appropriate link, and we'll explain how you can use Insect Growth Regulators to prevent or eliminate fleas. But remember that in all cases, you should discuss the problem with a veterinarian, who will recommend the right product or products for your particular circumstances.