Fleas
Modern fleas are estimated to have originated in the Cretaceous period. However, certain scientists estimate that they even date back to the Jurassic period. During this time, super-sized fleas were believed to have existed, and that is based on the finding of fossil evidence.
Fleas & Humans
Fleas didn't make a huge mark on humans' lives until the late Middle Ages. By the time we first discovered how potentially dangerous fleas could be and the health risks that come with them, it was already too late. Fleas were a direct cause of the most devastating pandemic in recorded human history, the Bubonic Plague. Over 25 million people perished, an estimated 30-50 percent of the European population at the time.
Although it is fair to note that fleas themselves weren't the only organism that caused the bubonic plague. Modern science shows that infected animals such as rats, mice, and squirrels also carry the plague. This creates a loop of infection being passed back forth between fleas and hosts. It is so important that we take steps to control flea infestations.
The Middle Ages seem like a dream that has come and gone, there is still potential to contract the bubonic plague today. Cases are still found annually around the world, but thankfully, they are minimal. Bubonic plague is not the only flea-borne disease that exists. Some other diseases and complications that come from fleas are tapeworms, Cat Scratch Disease, and flea-borne typhus.
Why Home Remedies Typically Don't Work
It's time for a big reality check. Although there are various home remedies that you can try out, they typically don't work that well. They might work somewhat in the very short-term, but many people find themselves with a worse problem than before. The average person does not have the level of expertise necessary to deal with an infestation of fleas in their home. Unless they are killed at every stage of the lifecycle, the infestation is sure to roar back. Many people attempt to get rid of the problem by vacuuming them up. While that seems like a good idea, what most fail to do is empty the bag immediately, thereby setting up a safe breeding ground.
Pet Problems
Dogs and cats are the main culprits to introduce the tiny pests into your home. In fact, cat fleas are the most common flea found in homes (though the name is misleading because they aren't just found on cats). At the first sign of incessant scratching, getting the appropriate care at a veterinarian is imperative. As eggs are laid, they fall off the animals and are able to grow in carpets and furniture.
Call The Professionals
To stop fleas in their tracks, the best option you have in your arsenal is to enlist the help of professionals, and Blast Pest Control is the top-rated pest control company in the Bakersfield area. Our experts can take care of your flea issues, as well as most other types of pests. Give us a call today for a free estimate and put an end to the biggest, little pest around.