Key Takeaways Fleas are bothersome pests for pets and humans, and homes can become infested.Prevention is usually easier than ...

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A swarm of sand fleas was recently spotted on a beach in Florida.

"Sand fleas — the name is interesting because they actually are not fleas at all," Dr. Case Tedder said. "They’re small crustaceans or part of the crab family, and they don’t bite. They get the name ...

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“These products will either kill fleas, or prevent them from reproducing further,” he says. From there, you may need to call in a pest management service. “Fleas are difficult pests to ...

Sprinkle food-grade diatomaceous earth on carpets and furniture to kill fleas that you’ve found in areas of your home. “It’s a natural powder that contains fossilized algae, and it’s ...

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This will skim off adult fleas and their eggs and ease their itching. Then, dip the comb in a mixture of warm to hot water and liquid dish detergent to kill the fleas. Your cat's warm, furry coat ...