The battle against fleas and ticks is real, and many cat owners find themselves searching for effective, gentle treatments. A flea collar can only do so much, and basic flea powders can be messy to ...

Whether you’ve experienced an infestation before or not, every cat owner understands how difficult it is to get rid of ticks and fleas. While outdoor cats are more prone to getting fleas or ticks, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Being a cat owner is no small responsibility. People may think of cats as low-maintenance, but plenty of ...

When it comes to treating a flea infestation, there have always been two paths to follow: One is to treat the environment where the fleas are developing, and the other is to treat the pet itself.

Fleas have been particularly bad this year. I have been asked a lot about them in the store (Possum’s) and when I have been out and about. Fleas are hard to control because they have a wide range of ...

Many a housekeeper has long wondered if vacuuming is sufficient to get rid of fleas. Finally, a study shows vacuuming is indeed an effective weapon. Experiments conducted by Ohio State University ...