Fleas on Dogs: What to Look For
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How Can I Prevent Fleas?
Using a flea comb on your dog and washing his bedding once a week will go a long way toward controlling flea infestation. Also, it is important to treat your yard as thoroughly as your house. Concentrate on shady areas, where fleas live, and use an insecticide or nematodes, microscopic worms that kill flea larvae.
WebMD Veterinary Reference from ASPCA Virtual Pet Behaviorist
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