How Yards Become Flea-Infested
Fleas rarely announce themselves until the infestation is already well established. By the time homeowners notice their pets scratching constantly, fleas have typically been present in the yard for weeks. Lawn Plus Pest Control Services works with pet owners who want to understand how flea infestations develop, because prevention starts with knowing what creates the conditions fleas need to thrive. Wildlife Brings Fleas Into the Yard First Most residential flea infestations begin with wildlife, not pets. Squirrels, rabbits, opossums, raccoons, and feral cats all carry fleas and deposit them into yards as they move through. Flea eggs fall off these animals as they travel, landing in grass, mulch, and soil where they develop through their life cycle independent of any host. Your yard can become a flea breeding ground before your pet ever sets foot in it. Shaded, Moist Areas Are the Primary Breeding Zones Fleas do not thrive in … Continued
