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Cat Flea
Identification & Control
(Ctenocephalides felis)
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The most common flea indoors, thanks to pets doing the introductions.
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Physical Appearance
- Tiny, dark, laterally flattened insect
- Jumps (a lot)
- Often noticed as bites around ankles or pet scratching
Common Locations
- Pet bedding and resting areas
- Carpets, rugs, baseboards
- Shaded outdoor areas where pets rest
Why They're a Problem
Most of the flea population is in eggs/larvae in the environment — not on the pet. That’s why treating the home (and the pet) matters. If only one piece is treated, the cycle usually continues.
Homeowner Tips
Most of the flea population is in eggs/larvae in the environment — not on the pet. That’s why treating the home (and the pet) matters. If only one piece is treated, the cycle usually continues.
Cat Flea
Fleas & Mites
- Tiny, dark, laterally flattened insect
- Jumps (a lot)
- Often noticed as bites around ankles or pet scratching
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