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Our May Tech Test allows you to test your familiarity with fleas and ticks.

Learn more about the three main transmission routes that the bacterium that causes plague, Yersinia pestis.

Before treating an infestation of cat fleas (Ctenocephalides felis), it’s crucial to thoroughly understand the behaviors of the cat, dog — yep, dogs can get cat fleas — or other companion animals involved.

The habits of these two bloodsuckers are different and your application should reflect that. Fleas are going to be down in the grass, while ticks will be at the top of grass blades as they “quest” for a host.

The biggest issue with these pests is often the sheer number present, thanks to high reproductive success. Populations can get out of control rapidly, especially if a host is nearby.

You can protect the perimeters of homes with effective tools such as baits, sprays and dusts, but it is also important to educate customers about the steps they can take to reduce their risk of attracting these annoying invaders.

Fleas most commonly become a problem in and around structures from infested pets. Ticks, meanwhile, are most common in yards that are adjacent to wooded areas.

In addition to treating their yard with an insecticide that provides a quick kill and residual protection of current and further fleas and ticks, share the following three directives with your residential customers.

Test your knowledge of fleas and ticks in our May Tech Test.

Michael Bentley, BCE, provides tips to treat cat fleas to avoid treatment failure.