Although it has been colder the past week in the Midwest, it isn't cold enough yet to kill off everything outside.
Get yourself a good shampoo - Minksheen, Buddy Wash and Shea Pet are just a few that contain essential oils that will repell fleas. If you don't like the idea of a topical flea protection, I use Sentinel (pill form) which is a Heartworm preventative as well. According to my vet, heartworm meds should be given year round even in areas of snow as the temps have varied so much the past several years that winter is no longer killing off things it used to!!!!
Your local pet store will also sell a "flea comb", usually kind-of small with very close together combs to rake out any fleas remaining after bathing. They aren't very expensive and can help you get them all off your baby. Watch for signs of fleas in the house as they can multiple extremely quick. Put on a pair of white socks and walk around carpeted areas. If you notice any on your socks, you'll need to treat the house to get rid of them. And, yes they bite humans too. They are similar to a mosquito bite.
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