Dog Flea

Inhabits the fur and skin of host animals like dogs and cats, as well as carpets, bedding, and floor cracks in homes.

Obligatory hematophages; adults feed exclusively on the blood of mammals, while larvae consume organic debris and adult flea feces (flea dirt).

Wingless, laterally flattened insects that move by jumping long distances; they undergo complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult) and can remain dormant in cocoons for months.

Causes itching and allergic dermatitis in pets and humans; serves as an intermediate host for tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum) and can transmit various bacterial pathogens.