With the critical areas now done, vacuum other areas of your home. If you have a flea problem, you are not alone. Pay careful attention to cracks and crevices, as fleas and eggs may be hidden in those areas. Vacuum carpeted areas, couch cushions, etc., as any area where your pet sits, lays, or even travels through may contain fleas, larvae, or eggs.

When done, empty your vacuum and immediately take the waste. Every pet owner has battled this persistent bug at one time or another. This is only the first wave in your multi pronged assault on fleas. While fleas are difficult to completely eliminate, you can have success if you follow these steps. There will still be a few fleas left on your pet and certainly a large number in your home, but don't worry. While your pet is drying, clean their favorite bedding areas by vacuuming them thoroughly.

Fitzgerald any bedding or pillows and hang outside to dry. Fleas are pesky, biting insects that not only can irritate and endanger your pet but infest your home if left unchecked.

A thorough scrubbing with a good quality flea shampoo will eliminate most (but not all) of the fleas on your pet.