Why treat your home against fleas and ticks?

Parasites mostly develop in the environment

Treating your home against fleas and ticks is an essential step in pest control. Contrary to popular belief, most fleas do not live on the animal.
About 95% of the parasitic cycle takes place in the environment: carpets, baskets, cushions, sofas, skirting boards and cracks in the floor.

So, even if the dog or cat receives an external antiparasitic, failing to treat the home encourages rapid reinfestation.

Why treating the environment is crucial for dogs and cats

Why is treating the home important for the animal?

Adult fleas lay dozens of eggs daily. These fall into the environment and develop into larvae then pupae.
Without disinfecting the premises, the cycle continues and the animal becomes reinfested continuously.
Treating the home therefore helps to durably break the flea and tick cycle.

Risks linked to an infested home

A parasite-infested environment can lead to:

• persistent itching,
• flea allergy dermatitis,
• transmission of internal parasites,
• chronic stress in the animal.

In puppies, kittens or weakened animals, a heavy infestation can cause anaemia.

Recommended veterinary solutions for the home

Veterinarians recommend a comprehensive approach:

• external antiparasitic suited to the animal,
• specific treatment of the home,
• regular maintenance of textiles and bedding.

This strategy greatly limits recurrences and improves the animal's comfort.

Advantages of veterinary products for disinfecting premises

Professional solutions for effectively treating the home

The premises disinfection products available on Produits-Veto.com are specifically formulated to act in the animal's environment.
Unlike conventional household solutions, they target the invisible forms of parasites responsible for recurrences.

They effectively treat:

• floors and skirting boards,
• bedding and baskets,
• carpets, rugs and textiles,
• areas frequently used by the animal.

Antiparasitic sprays for the environment

Environmental sprays allow targeted application on at-risk areas.
They act directly on:

• adult fleas,
• larvae,
• eggs present in the home.

Main benefits:

• fast action,
• localised treatment,
• ideal as a complement to an external antiparasitic.

👉 Suited to light to moderate infestations or regular maintenance.

Foggers or automatic diffusers

Foggers allow an entire room to be treated in a single application.
They diffuse the product evenly through the air and reach hard-to-access areas.

Main benefits:

• complete coverage of the room,
• deep action on textiles and corners,
• effective solution for heavy infestations.

👉 Recommended in cases of high parasitic pressure or frequent recurrences.

Multipurpose disinfectants for animal premises

Some products in the premises disinfection range combine antiparasitic and sanitising action.
They help maintain a healthy environment and limit the proliferation of pests.

Main benefits:

• long-lasting sanitising of the home,
• reduction of the overall parasitic load,
• improved hygiene of living spaces.

👉 Particularly suited to multi-pet households or shared living spaces.

Frequently asked questions & FAQ on treating the home against fleas and ticks

Should the house be treated even if the animal is protected?

Yes. Antiparasitics for animals do not eliminate eggs and larvae present in the environment. Without treating the home, adult fleas reappear quickly, leading to new infestations.

When should the home be treated against fleas and ticks?

Treatment is essential as soon as fleas appear. It is then advisable to repeat the operation every 3 to 6 months, particularly in spring and summer, periods favourable to parasite development.

Are premises disinfection products dangerous?

Veterinary products are formulated for safe use. It is recommended to ventilate rooms after application and to wait until they are completely dry before allowing animals access to the treated areas.

To find out more:

• Find all our products to disinfect your home – produits-veto.com
• Read more thanks to Biocaninca – How to spot fleas in the home?
• Find out about all our products against pests -produits-veto.com