Deshedding season and fleas in Australia

Introduction

Shedding ramps up in spring and often again in autumn. Loose undercoat traps flea dirt and makes bites harder to spot. A simple grooming and cleaning plan pairs well with year-round prevention. Prepared with input from our lead vet and founder, Dr. Feargus McConnell, BVSc.

Why shedding and fleas go together

• More loose hair means warm, shaded spots close to the skin

• Grooming spreads flea dirt to beds, rugs and the car

• Brushing sessions reveal trouble early if you look for flea dirt

Grooming routine that helps

• Brush short coats a few times a week and long coats daily during peak shed

• Use a fine flea comb around the neck, rump and tail base

• Wipe combs onto a damp white tissue; brown specks that turn red are flea dirt

• Keep sessions calm and short so pets enjoy them

Home and car clean-up

• Vacuum rugs, sofa seams and car mats; empty the vacuum outside

• Hot wash bedding and favourite blankets, then dry well

• Declutter sleeping spots so clean-ups are quick

• Keep this up weekly for three months if you saw fleas

Keep prevention steady

• Dose every pet on the same day

• Set a repeating reminder and store products together, high and dry

• If you use different products for different parasites, follow the shortest interval so you do not leave gaps

Products we trust

• Dogs, monthly fleas and ticks: NexGard Chewables for Dogs

• Dogs, monthly all-in-one: Simparica Trio Chewable Tablet for Dogs

• Dogs, longer-acting fleas and ticks: Bravecto Chew for Dogs

• Cats, broad monthly: Revolution Plus Spot-On for Cats

• Cats, longer-acting: Bravecto Spot-On for Cats

• Cats, simpler monthly: Revolution Topical Solution for Cats

Safety basics

• Dog products for dogs, cat products for cats

• Match the current weight band and minimum age

• Do not stack preventatives unless your vet advises

FAQ

I’m brushing daily but still see flea dirt. What now?
Keep grooming, vacuum weekly, and stay on time with prevention for at least three months while hidden stages clear. If you want help matching products to your pet and home, contact us.