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Fleas control in Canada

Pet treatment plus home treatment — one without the other fails.

Typical cost
$250–$550
Visits needed
2 visits, 2 weeks apart
Urgency
Moderate
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How to identify it

Tiny dark jumping insects, 2–3 mm, found on pets and in carpets and pet bedding.

Signs of an infestation

  • Pets scratching constantly
  • Flea dirt in fur or bedding
  • Bites around ankles

Is it dangerous?

Fleas cause intense itching and can transmit tapeworm to pets.

Can I handle this myself?

DIY is not recommended

Foggers rarely reach larvae deep in carpet fibres.

When to call a professional

Call a professional if bites or activity continue after vet-prescribed pet treatment.

Any pesticide used in Canada must be registered here and applied exactly as its label directs. We don't publish application instructions.

Typical professional treatment

Coordinated pet treatment, vacuuming protocol, and residual carpet and crack treatment.

Visits: 2 visits, 2 weeks apart

How to keep them from coming back

  • Keep pets on year-round flea prevention
  • Wash pet bedding weekly
  • Vacuum high-traffic areas often

What fleas treatment costs

Typical treatment in your area

$250–$550

2 visits, 2 weeks apart

Severe infestations, multi-unit buildings or multi-visit protocols can cost more. Estimates are illustrative sample data.

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