17/10/2026
๐พ FLEAS: SMALL PESTS, BIG PROBLEMS!
Fleas can affect both pets and humans. Here are some risks to watch out for:
๐ถ RISKS FOR PETS
โข Skin irritation โ Causes itching and scratching.
โข Flea allergy dermatitis โ An allergic reaction to flea saliva.
โข Anaemia โ Heavy flea infestations can cause blood loss, especially in puppies and kittens.
โข Tapeworm infestation โ Pets can become infected by swallowing infected fleas.
โข Secondary skin infections โ Scratching can damage the skin and lead to infection.
โข Stress and discomfort โ Constant itching can leave pets restless and uncomfortable.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ง RISKS FOR HUMANS
โข Flea bites โ Often cause itchy, irritated bumps.
โข Itching and allergic reactions โ Some people react more strongly to flea bites.
โข Secondary skin infections โ Excessive scratching can break the skin and allow infection to develop.
โข Cat-scratch disease โ Infected fleas can spread bacteria among cats, which can then pass to humans through scratches.
๐ก Protect your pets and home with regular flea prevention and professional pest control.
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