Fleas
Primary host for fleas
dogs and cats
What is a common disease transmitted by ticks
lyme disease
Name the mite that occurs as natural fauna on dogs and cats
Demodex
do lice have wings
no
How many species of ticks live in Pennsylvania
25
What are two signs that a dog or cat may have fleas
scratching and visible fleas dirt
How can pet owners prevent tick infestations
by using prevention products and checking pets regularly
What signs might indicate a mite infestation
itching, hairloss, skin lesions
how are lice transmitted between pets
direct contact
Are ticks external or internal parasites
external
How do fleas affect the health of a pet
fleas cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, transmit disease
describe how ticks attach to their hosts
use mouthparts to penetrate skin and after numbing the skin with enzyme in saliva
what is the primary method of diagnosing a mite infection
skin scraping
name the two types of lice
biting lice and sucking lice
what color is flea dirt when water is added
red
describe life cycle of a flea
life cycle includes egg, larva, pupa, and adult stages
what are 4 types of disease carrying ticks in Pennsylvania
deer tick, american dog tick, ground hog tick, lone star tick
Where do mites live
lumen of the hair follicle and the sebaceous gland
how long does a louse life cycle take to complete
3-5 weeks
On average How many eggs can a female tick lay
2000-4000 eggs
what treatments are effective for flea infestations in pets?
topicals treatments, oral medications, environmental controls
Describe the rash that appears from a tick bite
circular bullseye rash
What is the most commonly diagnosed skin diseases in dogs
Sarcoptic mange
true or false
Lice are host specific
true
How large is a female engorged tick
comparable to a lima bean