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Fleas can make life miserable for both pets and people. They cause itching, irritation, and, if left unchecked, can spread rapidly throughout your home. The good news? You can stay clear of them with the right routine and treatment. Keep reading to find out what our vet recommends!

Firstly, you have our deepest condolences from everyone here at Itch. Losing a pet is never easy and we are here if you ever need any support - even if it's just for a chat to keep your mind off things, or if you feel like reminiscing - we will always be happy to hear their story. You can get in touch with us here.

If you’ve ever come back from a walk in the woods and found a tick burrowed into your ankle or on your dog’s fur, you’ll know just how unpleasant tick season is. These tiny bloodsuckers might be small, but they can cause a surprising amount of trouble. Whether you’re a hiker, dog walker, or someone who just enjoys the odd picnic in the countryside, ticks come out in force at certain times of the year, so it’s wise to know when this is. Keep reading to find out!

Can’t get rid of fleas on your pet? Fighting a flea infestation isn’t easy and requires a lot of patience. It’s understandable that you want to find a quick and easy way out to be flea free, but reapplying flea treatment, quicker than usual, to your pet might not be the answer. Keep reading to find out more and what to do in case you’ve applied twice in one month already.

Fleas are stubborn little blighters and without effective treatment, it can feel like they just won’t go away! In order to get rid of fleas for good, you need to know how to kill every last flea. Keep reading to find out vet-recommended tips for treating a flea infestation and most importantly, stopping them from coming back!

You’ve treated your home, your pet, maybe even repeated the process but yet there they are. Live fleas. If you’re feeling frustrated (or itchy just thinking about it), you’re not alone. Finding fleas after treatment is one of the most common and confusing parts of dealing with an infestation. The good news? It usually doesn’t mean the treatment failed. It means fleas are doing what fleas do best: surviving in sneaky ways. Let’s break down why this happens and what you can do about it.

Fleas are persistent little pests, and if you’re dealing with an infestation, it’s tempting to throw everything you have at the problem. Flea sprays, spot-on treatments, collars, shampoos… Surely more protection means better results, right? When it comes to flea control, more isn’t always better. Keep reading to find out how best to kill fleas!

Fleas are persistent, irritating pests that can quickly turn a comfortable home into an itchy nightmare. While long-term flea control often requires a combination of treatments, there are a few clever methods you can use to attract fleas and kill them overnight. Even though this sounds scary, by encouraging fleas to come out you’re more likely to get rid of fleas quicker. Keep reading to find out how to lure fleas out effectively to zap them dead!

If there’s one thing guaranteed to ruin your week, it’s discovering that fleas have decided to turn your home into their personal holiday resort. One minute your pet is having a harmless scratch, the next you’re Googling “flea treatments at 2am”! But don’t panic. You can get rid of them with an effective and ongoing routine. Here’s a no-nonsense look at what actually works to kill fleas and what options might be best for you. Keep reading to find out more.

As the leaves start to turn golden, autumn feels like the perfect time to get outside with your dog. But it’s also the season when conkers and acorns start scattering across the ground – and while they might look harmless, they can actually be dangerous for our four-legged friends. Keep reading to learn what to watch out for!

Defleaing your pet can come with its challenge - this might be you struggling to keep your pet still when applying flea treatment or even still seeing wriggling fleas on your pet after treating them.Here’s why you might be finding it difficult - and what we recommend you do about it. Scroll to find out!

When applying your pet's flea treatment, you might have come across yourself thinking 'Is this safe for me to touch?' or maybe even, 'Could I use this treatment on myself?'. No question is a silly question. Keep reading to find out the safety of pet flea treatment.