TREATING FLEAS_ INSIDE THE HOME

TREATING FOR FLEAS IN THE HOME

Fleas are small creatures. However, much effort is needed to get rid of them. A few easy ways to help prevent flea infestations are requently dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, and moping all surfaces where pets or you have been. (Do this when you do have infestations too.) Eggs are laid on the pet and drop off as it moves. All affected pets should be treated at the time and should be removed from the premises for 4 to 6 hours. Remove birds from the home if you are using liquid insecticides. Cover or remove fish, and turn off the pump. You/the person using the insecticides should wear covered shoes at all times until all treated areas have dried (4-6 hours).

1. Successful treatment with liquid treatments ,involves the use of a residual insecticide concentrate to control the adult flea and a growth inhibitor (IGR) to prevent the larvae from developing. This method lasts 4-6 months.

2. Successful treatment involves the use of a Flea Stopper Drione Dust to kill fleas in two stages of the life cycle. Use the Flea larvae Flea Stoppers Once A Year Kit with Ultracide.

3. Successful treatment with aerosols would be using an aerosol that has a residual insectide and an IGR mixed together. The advantage of using an aerosol over a liquid is that it is easier because you don't have to mix anything. This method lasts 4- 6 months.

Flea Kits
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1) Petcor Flea Spray Contains natural pyrethrins to immediately kill adult Fleas, Ticks and Lice, plus Precor IGR, an insect growth regulator that targets the egg and larval stages of development for 63 days after application. Approved for use on dogs, cats, puppies and kittens (Not to be used on puppies and kittens under 12 weeks of age). The mobility of dogs and cats makes it difficult to treat all potential areas of flea infestation. So it's important to consider a flea control formulation that goes where they do - especially one that targets pre-adult fleas, the source of reinfestations. FOR DOGS AND CATS!

2) PRECOR 2000 is a Ready To Use formulation that contains permethrin for quick knockdown of adult fleas... plus Precor IGR for seven-month protection against a reinfestation. It's fine mist dries in minutes... with no visible residue. It won't damage hardwood floors or upholstery. Water-based... low-odor formulation covers 2000 sq. feet. Low toxicity and flammability. Ideal for dense surfaces such as tile and wood flooring. How It Works... Just one application of PRECOR 2000 helps you immediately kill existing fleas... plus prevent pre-adult fleas from growing into new infestations of breeding... biting adults.

3) PRECOR IGR penetrates deep into the base of carpet and upholstery fibers... where pre-adult fleas live. PRECOR IGR targets fleas in the egg and larval stages of development... preventing them from producing new infestations of breeding... biting adults.

4) TALSTAR multi-insecticide is labeled for over 75 different pests and provides fast knockdown and long-lasting control of even the toughest lawn and ornamental pests.

5) Recommended residual insecticides: MasterLine Bifenthrin 7.9 - odorless, 11 to 22 gallon yield, Conquer - odorless, 8 gallon yield Mix the residual insecticide and growth inhibitor in a pressure lawn and garden sprayer according to directions.For every 1,000 square feet of carpeted surface, mix: 1.5 oz. MasterLine Bifenthrin 7.9 + 1 oz. Growth inhibitor + 1 gallon of water 1.5 oz. Suspend SC 1pint + 1 oz. Growth inhibitor + 1 gallon of water

6) RECOMMENDED OUNCES ARE FOR MAXIMUM STRENGTH AND EFFECTNOTE: For hardwood or tile, these formulations will cover 1,500 sq. ft. Suspend is the best choice for concrete surfaces and hardwood flooring. It adheres to the surface more readily than other liquid insecticides.Use up all the solution the same day you mix it. Does not store well.Expect to see fleas the first month. These are pupa that continue to emerge. Results from the growth inhibitor cannot be judged for about four weeks. Re treatments with the residual insecticide will probably be necessary within the first 30 days.The growth inhibitor will last on the verage about 4 months, and could last up to 6 to 7 months.An alternative flea treatment would be to use aerosols that have the IGR and residual combined (no mixing required): PRECOR 2000, or Ultracide can aerosol with a residual insecticide to kill the adult fleas and an insect growth regulator.Precor 2000 Premise Spray-16 oz. ULTRACIDE FLEA IGR AND ADULTICIDE - 20 OZ. Ultracide Flea Spray

7) EXTERIOR FLEA CONTROL: An exterior flea problem can be caused by your pets and/or other animals in the area. Exterior treatment is most effective in a contained area that is kept mowed and free of debris.For long term results ,a recommended granulated insecticide to kill the adult fleas would be TALSTAR OR BIFEN GRANULARS.FOR EVERY 1,0000 SQ. FT. OF GROUND USE:1-2.3LBS.-4.6 LBS. Talstar PL - Granules-25 lbs.

8) Talstar Granular Insecticide, Bifen LP- Granules-25 lbs.This should be repeated at least once every two months during the flea season.
Talstar will work on ticks as well at the same rate of dosage.