The Problems Fleas & Ticks Bring To Your Reno Property

Although fleas and ticks are very different creatures, the problems they cause are similar. Both pests feed on blood. Fleas prefer the blood of animals, while ticks often attach to humans. Interestingly, neither fleas nor ticks directly threaten humans at first bite. If you are the first host a flea or tick feeds on, there is no risk of disease transmission. The danger arises when these pests bite an infected animal or person and then feed on you, spreading illness in the process.

Ticks and fleas are responsible for spreading a wide variety of dangerous diseases. Fleas are most commonly associated with murine typhus, tungiasis, and tularemia. Historically, they were directly responsible for transmitting the bubonic plague—also known as the Black Death—in the mid-1300s. Although this disease still exists today, modern medicine has made it far less deadly.

Ticks spread diseases depending on their species. In Reno, Rocky Mountain wood ticks are common. These blood-feeding pests are known to transmit Colorado tick fever and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, both of which can pose serious health risks.

Fleas and ticks are relatively immobile pests that rely on hosts to move from property to property. They commonly hitch rides on wildlife such as deer, foxes, and raccoons. When not attached to a host, they hide in thick underbrush, tall grass, and other secluded areas. To gain access to homes, fleas and ticks often latch onto rats, mice, dogs, cats, humans, and other warm-blooded animals.

One of the most common ways fleas and ticks enter homes is by hitching a ride on pets. If you have dogs, cats, or other animals that spend time outdoors, it is essential to equip them with proper flea and tick prevention. This often includes using a flea and tick collar designed to eliminate pests shortly after they attach. If collars are not effective for your pet, consult your local veterinarian for alternative prevention methods.

When it comes to keeping fleas and ticks out of your home, your best option is to partner with the experts at Natura Pest Control. Our team specializes in managing local pest threats and is prepared to provide your home with the protection it needs against fleas, ticks, rodents, and the wildlife that carry them indoors.

All of our services begin with a detailed inspection. During this process, one of our trained technicians evaluates your property for pest pressures and determines the most effective course of action to deliver reliable protection.

The next step involves targeted treatments. At Natura Pest Control, we only use industrial-grade products and advanced pest control strategies to ensure maximum effectiveness. We also provide routine follow-up visits to reassess your property and reapply treatments as needed to maintain strong, ongoing protection.

Call us today to schedule an appointment for your Reno home and find lasting freedom from fleas and ticks.