Flea and Tick Wars

There are over 2000 species of fleas A flea might live a year and a half under ideal conditions. These include the right temperature, food supply, and humidity. Generally speaking, though, an adult flea only lives for 2 or 3 months. Without a host for food, a flea's life might be as short as a few days. But with ample food supply, the adult flea will often live up to 100 days. One female can produce over 250,000 baby fleas in one month. Size - 1/16" to 1/8" long. Jump about 8" high and 12" sideways and pull up to 400-times their weight. "Pancake" shape allows fleas to run quickly from point-to-point on the host's body, avoiding danger. Fleas bite repeatedly, even when they have satisfied their own hunger. There are over 860 species of tick, but new species are being discovered and described each year. Our hope is that you will find a word or sentence that will help you to have a better understanding of fleas and ticks and the problems your dog, puppy or cat my have with these blood sucking vampires.