Imagine that you are hugging and playing with one of your Bichon Frize dogs. So, do you suddenly notice little grains of what appears to be dirt and realize that they are fleas?
Fleas are blood-sucking insects that feed on both humans and animals. In addition to draining your dog’s blood and causing severe irritation, they can also cause internal worms once your dog ingests them. In general, these little critters can cause health risks and therefore must be controlled at all times, if not eliminated.
To check if your Bichon Frize dog is a victim of fleas, simply purchase a flea comb from your nearest pet supply store and run it through your dog’s coat. When your flea comb removes what appears to be dirt, take those particles and place them on a paper towel. Drop some water on it and once it turns red then you can be sure that what you have discovered is flea droppings.
No problem is impossible to solve as long as you handle it correctly. There are definitely many ways to handle flea problems. All you need to do is find out what works best for you. How big the infestation is, how many pets you have in the house, and what parts of the house are flea nesting areas are some of the things to consider when choosing your flea control tools.
Now that you have discovered the existence of fleas, what will you do? Go and talk to your vet right away. Provide as much information as you can so that he can recommend the appropriate approach to use to treat this flea problem. Try using natural methods instead of spraying chemicals all over your home and on your dogs. These natural methods include the use of menthol, garlic, and eucalyptus.
If in case you decide to go for standard shampoos and sprays, use it with caution when applying to your dog. Do not spray or squeeze these products near your dog’s facial area and the bottom near the scrotum. These areas are very sensitive areas on your dog’s body and allergic reactions could be a very real possibility.
One more thing you’re going to ask your vet about is the possibility of using flea or power pills. These products may not necessarily kill all fleas, but they will sterilize them to prevent their reproduction. These products are not as toxic and are safer compared to other shampoos and sprays designed to kill parasites in the area.
Following the tips mentioned above will not hurt you or your dog, and will result in flea-free Bichon Frize dogs that you will always want to own.