Sometimes just using a topical flea treatment like Frontline or Advantage on your pet is not enough if you live in an area where there is a serious flea infestation. I found this out the hard way last summer. Hot, humid weather really brings out the fleas. Not to mention a neighbor of mine who lets his cats loaded with fleas roam the neighborhood.
You have to attack the problem three ways: outdoor environment, indoor environment and the pet itself, yet do it safely.
Zodiac FleaTrol is the indoor solution to my flea problem. Last year was the first time I've had to "fog" since 1993 (before Program and the various topical flea treatments were available for pets).
I always buy the 3 pack of X-O-Trol. This seems to be the right amount for a 1000 square foot condo with vaulted ceilings. Just don't OVERKILL on the number of foggers you place - it can be deadly! I remember a news story from a couple years ago where a woman placed double the amount of cans of fogger in her house and the pilot light from her water heater ignited the vapors and blew the house up.
It's obvious some preparations need to be made before using the fogger. The "most" important and I hope it's obvious -- REMOVE ALL YOUR PETS! You and your pets need to be outside for several hours. I crate the cats and let my dog run in the backyard, while I take it easy on the deck on a nice day.
Turn off the thermostat, unplug the refrigerator and put out any pilot lights if you have gas. Put away all food, pet food, water bowls, etc. so the insecticide can't contaminate anything. Make sure all the windows and doors are closed tight or the fogger will be wasted. Upon re-entry, wash off all countertops and any place your cats would lay (window sills).
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