Insect and Rodent Pests

Fleas News

Ticks and Fleas Pose a Threat to Family Pets

As the weather warms everyone is spending more time outdoors, including dogs and cats. Just like us, pets are at risk for attracting ticks and fleas when outside, which can pose serious health risks.

Monster 'Fleas' Put the Bite on Dinosaurs

Paleo-pests about 10 times bigger than today's fleas may have sneaked up on a huge dinosaur, crawled onto its soft underbelly and taken a bite, likely a painful one, say researchers who have discovered fossils of the flealike organisms.

Warnings issued after Santa Ana child contracts typhus

Orange County health officials are urging residents to keep their pets, yards and homes free of fleas after a Santa Ana child contracted typhus.

Tails of Marin: Be alert for fleas, ticks and foxtails on pets

Memorial Day weekend signals the kickoff for summer, which means more time for sun-filled adventures with our companion animals. It's important for pet guardians to take extra precautions against seasonal hazards, including fleas, ticks and foxtails.

Pet Owners: Look Out for Fleas, Ticks and Mosquitoes this Summer

ATLANTA, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Orkin, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rollins Inc. (ROL), warns pet owners to check their four-legged friends for fleas, ticks and mosquito bites. Pets will spend ...