If you want to know how to spot fleas on a dog, and you have a dog that contracts fleas often, then this article is for you. Fleas can be referred to as true bugs, or are small wingless insects that are primarily external parasites living on warm-blooded animals. Fleas are found on both dogs and cats, which they feed off of the animal’s blood. Many people confuse fleas with ticks, but fleas and ticks have some distinct differences. Fleas are capable of causing disease in people and animals and must be removed immediately to avoid future troubles.     Fleas are common parasites of dogs, cats, and occasionally humans. They’ve been around for a long time; they were even mentioned in the Bible as a plague of Egypt. Not to worry though, you don’t need to go into Biblical times to learn how to spot fleas on dogs. Fleas can quickly infest your pet and begin to irritate your pet. In fact, one flea can produce up to two thousand offspring in just one month. The female flea finds a place to lay her eggs usually on the dog’s belly or base of the tail, so you will begin to see them around these areas. Also, if you look closely at the skin you will even find occasionally see them move in what looks like carpeting around the hair. You will also notice that the dog begins itching and licking himself constantly. This is because he itches so much from the fleas and makes him want to focus his energy on tearing into his fur trying to itch it out. In order to spot fleas on a dog, you must know what they look like and how they act. Spotting fleas on your dog can be tough because they are so small. Apart from being a nuisance because these insects cause our beloved pets much discomfort, they also transmit diseases and might even kill them if left untreated. Here’s my advice on how to spot fleas on dogs …

How To Spot Fleas On Dog

Introduction

Fleas are a serious problem for dogs. Sure, they’re not the end of the world, but they can cause your dog to become very uncomfortable and even lead to serious infection. As you know, we love dogs here at XXXX and want them to be happy and healthy. That’s why we feel it’s important that pet owners learn how to tell if their dog has fleas. We’ve outlined some easy ways below that you can use to identify fleas on your dog from home.

Look at your dog’s skin.

• Look at your dog’s skin. Fleas can be hard to spot, but if you’re looking for them, it’s important to look for small black dots on the surface of your pet’s skin. These are flea droppings that are left behind after they feed on blood and then jump off their host. They may also be seen as tiny black specks creeping around the fur of an infested dog or cat.
• Check your dog’s bedding, toys and bed area for evidence of fleas—look for small black specks (flea fecal matter) lying around where you suspect there could be a flea problem; try not to inhale these mites while checking pet areas as they can irritate human respiratory systems as well as pets’.
• Check your dog’s coat all over—dog coats vary in thickness depending on breed type so look carefully at all parts of its body when checking for signs of infestation; some breeds such as Poodles have less dense coats than others which makes it easier to see pests like ticks hiding under thick fur layers but other breeds such as Golden Retrievers tend to have thicker hair which makes it harder to spot pests like ticks or mites hiding beneath its top layer

Check your dog’s coat and head.

• The skin on your dog’s head, neck, and back is a great place to start looking for fleas.
• The skin on your dog’s belly and legs/paws are also good places to look for fleas.

Look in your pet’s ears.

Look in your pet’s ears. Fleas are most easily identified by their black specks or dark brown spots on the dog’s head or tail. If you notice dark brown spots on the back of your pet, that may be a sign of fleas as well.

Observe your dog’s behavior.

Observe your dog’s behavior. If he is scratching and licking himself excessively, you may want to consider that he has fleas. Another sign of fleas is if he seems lethargic or restless. Your dog might not be able to rest because of the itching caused by the bites of these tiny insects.

You can save yourself a lot of trouble with a few good tips

• Check your dog’s coat and head. Fleas are small pests that can be difficult to spot with the naked eye, but there are a few telltale signs that they’re present. If you see any of these signs on your pup, it might be time for a flea bath:
• Your dog is scratching often or excessively
• Your dog rubs its face on furniture or carpets
• You see black specks in your pup’s fur (these might be flea droppings)
• Look at your dog’s ears. If you notice redness, swelling or excessive scratching around the ears, then it could mean that the fleas have made their way into this sensitive area as well!

Conclusion

The best way to protect your dog from fleas is by using a good flea shampoo. It’s easy to use and will keep the fleas off of your dog for a long time. There are many different kinds of shampoos available, so make sure you choose one that is safe for use on dogs. If you have any questions about which shampoo to buy, ask your veterinarian. You’ll also want to learn how to spot signs of mites in dogs so that you can take preventative measures against them in the future.