Why You Should Scratch Fleas Before TheyItch (NAPSA)—While they may seem like a small problem, fleas can cause more harm than just an annoying itch. Pet owners are advised to stop fleas in their tracks before they spread para- sites and disease. Aside from skin irritation and flea allergy dermatitis, these tiny insects are also hosts to tapeworms, which can infect both pets and children. Fleas are common during warm months and in some climates they may be present yearround. To control fleas, use a convenient, over-the-counterformula like TriForce Squeeze-On for dogs and cats, which repels and kills fleas in as little as one hour. Flea control is most effective when they are eliminated atall life stages. “A lot of products control adult fleas, but you really need to break their life cycle by also killing eggs and larvae,” said Brian Reardon, product manager for TriForce. “TriForce combines two modes of action—an insecticide and an insect growth regula- tor—to keep eggs and larvae from ever becoming biting adults.” A single treatment gives dogs up to four weeks of protection against adult fleas, and control of eggs and larvae for up to nine @ Many products can control adult fleas, but to be effective, they must eliminate fleas at all life stages. weeks. TriForce Feline protects cats against adult fleas for up to 28 days, and it controls eggs and larvae for as long as 90 days. To control fleas in the environ- ment as well as on your pet, be sure to practice good sanitation and treat infested areas around your house or yard with an insect growth regulator. TriForce, which also controls ticks and mosquitoes, is available at farm, home andpet supply cen- ters. For more information, call (877) 734-7565 or visit www.tri forceforpets.com and print a cash-back coupon for your next purchase.
