How to rid Bichon Frize dogs of fleas

Imagine that you are cuddling and playing with one of your Bichon Frize dogs. Then suddenly you notice little pimples of what appears to be dirt and realize 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 eats them. In general, these small critters can cause a health hazard and therefore should 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 at your nearest pet supply store and run it through your dog’s coat. When the flea comb removes what appears to be dirt, pick up those particles and place them on a paper towel. Drop some water on top and once it turns red then you can be sure what you have discovered is flea droppings.

No problem is impossible to solve as long as you are handling it properly. There are definitely many ways to manage flea problems. All you need to do is figure out what works best for you. The size of the infestation, the number of pets you have in the house, and which parts of the house are flea nesting areas are some of the things to consider when choosing your flea-fighting tools.

Now that you have discovered the existence of fleas, what are you going to do? Go and talk to your vet right away. Provide as much information as you can so he can give you a recommendation on the appropriate approach he should use to treat this flea problem. Try to use natural methods instead of spraying chemicals all over your house and on your dogs. These natural methods include the use of menthol, garlic, and eucalyptus.

If in case you decided to go with standard shampoos and sprays, use them with caution when applying them to your dog. Do not spray or squeeze these products near your dog’s facial area and lower belly near the scrotum. These areas are very sensitive areas of your dog’s body and allergic reactions could be a very real possibility.

One more thing you are going to ask your vet about is the possibility of using flea pills or food. 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 harm you or your dog and will result in flea free Bichon Frize dogs that you will always want to have around.