My Dog has Fleas

What Are Fleas?

Fleas are tiny, wingless insects that feed on the blood of pets and people. They multiply rapidly and can cause itching, discomfort, allergic reactions, and even transmit diseases.

Signs Your Pet Might Have Fleas:

Excessive scratching, biting or licking
Flea dirt (small black specks) in the coat or on bedding
Red, irritated skin or hair loss
Seeing fleas moving on the skin

Even a few fleas can cause a big problem, so early action is key!

Why Fleas Are a Problem:

Fast breeders: One flea can lay 40–50 eggs per day
Can infest your home: Carpets, bedding, sofas – fleas hide everywhere
Health risks: Fleas can transmit tapeworm and cause flea allergy dermatitis

Important: Fleas don’t only come from pets! People can unknowingly bring fleas into the home on shoes, clothing, or bags. Visiting other homes or parks, or even sitting on public transport, can be enough. Just because your pet doesn’t go out much doesn’t mean your home is immune.

Flea Treatment and Prevention:

Treat your pet: Use vet-recommended spot-ons, tablets or flea shampoos
Treat your home: Vacuum daily, wash bedding, use flea sprays
Repeat regularly: Prevention is better (and easier) than cure!

Ask us about:

Flea shampoos available in the salon
Flea combs for daily checking
Natural and gentle flea sprays

Can My Pet Be Groomed with Fleas?

If fleas are found during a groom, we may need to reschedule or provide a flea bath. Fleas can easily spread to other pets, so it’s important to treat them promptly. There will be an additional cost for this as the whole salon will have to be sanitised and treated.

Helpful Tips:

Check your pet’s coat weekly with a flea comb
Use year-round prevention
Speak to your vet if you’re unsure what treatment to use

We’re Here to Help!

Our team is happy to help you choose the right flea products and offer advice to keep your pet and home flea-free. Let's work together to keep your pet healthy, happy, and itch-free!

Ask us in the salon today!