While everyone else gets all riled up about tick season, the warm weather means another parasitic pest is upon us: fleas. The rising temperatures makes it more hospitable for eggs to hatch, and more ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Being a cat owner is no small responsibility. People may think of cats as low-maintenance, but plenty of ...

The battle against fleas and ticks is real, and many cat owners find themselves searching for effective, gentle treatments. A flea collar can only do so much, and basic flea powders can be messy to ...

Many people assume fleas are only a problem during the warmer months, but in reality, colder weather can drive these pests into the cosy comfort of our homes. To help pet owners avoid an unwanted ...

Fleas seem to be a summer problem. But it a problem that can develop any time of the year. You don’t even need a pet. Cat fleas (Ctenocephalides felis) are frequently encountered in homes and are ...

Hartz UltraGuard topical liquid products for cats all contain the active ingredient etofenprox. Etofenprox is classified as a synthetic non-ester pyrethroid that is effective against fleas and ticks.

No one wants a house full of fleas, but as the weather warms up, the risk of your pet bringing them into your home rises. However, one online brand is offering owners a chance to prevent an ...

Jan Slapeta teaches veterinary parasitology at the University of Sydney. Itchy? Maybe not, but your cat or dog might be. If you live in any of the major coastal cities in Australia, you are no ...