Vet Parasitol. 1994 Mar;52(1-2):1-19.

The cat flea: biology, ecology and control.

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Department of Pathology and Microbiology, Kansas State University, Manhattan 66506.

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Control failures and recurrences of infestation of dogs, cats and their home environment with the cat flea, Ctenocephalides felis felis are common. Attempts to control these infestations are often impaired by an inadequate understanding of the interaction of the cat flea with its hosts and environment. This review presents information on the medical and veterinary importance of the cat flea and discusses recent information on the environmental and host factors that affect its development and survival. Additionally, information is presented on the use and effectiveness of various insecticides and insect growth regulators against the four life stages.

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