The cat flea, by far is the most common flea in the United States. Besides feasting on cats, the cat flea also is known to infest dogs, humans, mammals and avian hosts. Fleas use mammals for transportation, and usually remain on their hosts at all times. Fleas cannot fly. They jump from one place to another. In fact, fleas can jump as high as 8” vertically, which is 150 times their own height.

• Fleas are parasites that feed on blood.
• The saliva of fleas is irritating and allergenic.
• Fleas thrive in warm, moist environments and climates.
• Without a blood meal, a flea can live more than 100 days. On average, they live two to three months.
• Female fleas cannot lay eggs until after their first blood meal and begin to lay eggs within 36-48 hours after that meal.
• Fleas have four main stages in their life cycle: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.

There are approximately 200 tick species in the United States. Ticks are sensitive to motion, body heat and carbon dioxide (which is exhaled by mammals). They hide out in tall grasses and shrubs waiting for a good host to approach. Once on the host, the tick finds a place to attach its mouthparts. The tick drinks the host’s blood until it becomes engorged. It is during this time that dangerous pathogens can enter the host’s bloodstream.

The following types of ticks are among the most common seen in North America:

• Deer tick
• Lone star tick
• Brown dog tick
• American dog tick

Blacklegged ticks (Deer Ticks) get their name because they have coloring similar to deer.

• Blacklegged ticks prefer to hide in grass and shrubs.
• Blacklegged ticks feed on the blood of white-tailed deer, which is one of the reasons why they are sometimes called deer ticks.
• Blacklegged ticks can carry the bacteria which causes Lyme Disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. The symptoms of most tick-borne diseases include fever and lethargy.
• Ticks can live as long as 200 days without food or water.

They have been known to live from 2 months to 2 years, depending on the species.

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The Pest Control Yard Service performed by our trained technicians includes a thorough inspection of the lawn to identify and evaluate any trouble spots, a recommendation best suited for your lawn’s specific needs and then treatment of the lawn with the most effective and environmentally responsible solution available on the market today.

The Pest Control Yard Service is designed to help control the most common types of lawn surface insects. By targeting pests in the areas where they live and breed, the Pest Control Yard Service protects your family, pets and lawn against infestations. Treatment is effective for 30 days.

Cost of the Pest Control Yard Service is based on 12,000 square feet of lawn.
Contact a Southern & Sovereign Pest Control representative today for more details or to schedule an appointment for your next application.

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• Fleas rely on blood for food.
• A female flea can lay roughly 2,000 eggs.
• Female fleas are typically larger than the males.
• Fleas have four life stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.
• A female flea can consume up to 15 times her body weight daily.
• Cat fleas can jump to heights of up to 8 inches and distances of 19 inches.
• There are more than 2,000 species and subspecies of fleas. In North America, the cat flea is responsible for the majority of dog and cat infestations.

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Taking precautions can help reduce the risk of infection related to serious diseases carried by ticks. Be aware of grassy unmanaged landscape, wooded or brushy areas to reduce the risk of tick bites. Some prevention tips include removing all brush and leaves, maintain and mow lawns short and have pesticide treatments applied in the spring or early summer along the edges of wooded yards and trails. Smaller than adults and difficult to see or feel, tick nymphs the size of a poppy seed are capable of carrying the same harmful diseases as adult ticks. After outdoor activities be sure to perform tick inspections of one’s entire body.

To avoid potentially severe complications seek medical care if you develop symptoms including, but not limited to, joint pain, muscle aches, fatigue, fever, headache, rash and or swelling.

Southern & Sovereign Pest Control specialize in tick extermination and management. To learn more about tick control management visit Southern & Sovereign Pest Control website for more information on the Pet Lovers Services.

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Pet owners often discover a flea problem because of a pet’s severe itching, which sometimes is due to flea allergy dermatitis — a reaction to the flea’s saliva when it draws a blood meal. No pet is safe from fleas and their bites, but not all pets are hypersensitive to them. Severe infestations can occur without your dog or cat showing any obvious discomfort. Therefore, it’s best to use preventive tactics to help keep fleas from infesting your pet and home in the first place.

You can win the war on fleas, no matter where you live. Fleas can be so overwhelming that many pet owners assume these pests are inevitable, and simply hire an exterminator when needed. With a little effort and a year-round prevention plan, you can keep your pets and home virtually parasite free when it comes to fleas and ticks.

You can purchase our Pet Lovers Service for the low price of $219 during the month of May. You can also like our Facebook Page to download a coupon for an additional $20 off this service for a total price of $199. This Special Price is $100 off our regular price of $299.

Southern Pest Control will be running a special for the Pet Lovers Service. You can purchase our Pet Lovers Service for the low price of $219 during the month of May 2015. A $20 Facebook Coupon can be used for an additional discount to bring the total price to $199. This Special Price is $100 off our regular price of $299. The price of the service will be $219 for both current and prospective customers. The coupon can be downloaded and printed after the user likes either the Southern or Sovereign Pest Control Facebook Page. The Pet Lovers Service comes with a 1 Year Re-Service Guarantee. Please contact one of our friendly representatives at 1-800-627-0577 to schedule your appointment. This offer expires on May 31st, 2015.

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