Flea control for city apartment pets in New Zealand

Introduction

Apartments feel low risk, yet soft furnishings, shared corridors and travel bags can keep flea stages cycling indoors. A steady prevention schedule plus a light, repeatable clean keeps city pets comfortable.

Apartment realities

Lift lobbies and carpeted hallways bring foot traffic, prams and pet carriers that may carry flea stages. Indoor heating creates a warm, stable environment where eggs and pupae persist. Balconies and indoor plants can hold water that attracts mosquitoes, so tip out saucers and keep mats dry.

A simple weekly rhythm

Choose one house dose day and treat every pet on the same date. Vacuum rugs, sofa seams and pet mats, then empty the vacuum outside or into a sealed bag. Hot wash bedding and favourite blankets and dry thoroughly. If you use a shared laundry, bring clean items home in a closed bag.

Handy habits

• Keep a small lint roller and a flea comb by the couch

• Shake out carriers and travel blankets after vet trips

• Store products together, cool and dry, with the next due date noted

Balcony and indoor grass patches

Rinse artificial turf trays, let them dry fully and clean any catch trays. Air travel mats in the sun when you can. Short, regular care reduces damp spots that fleas like.

Products we trust

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

• Dogs monthly fleas and ticks: NexGard Chewables for Dogs

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

• Cats broad monthly spot on: Revolution Plus Spot-On for Cats

• Cats longer acting fleas and ticks: Bravecto Spot-On for Cats

Safety basics

• Dog products for dogs, cat products for cats

• Match current weight band and minimum age

• Do not stack different preventives unless your vet advises

FAQ

We never see fleas. Do indoor pets still need prevention
Yes. Hitchhiker stages ride in on clothing, visitors and carriers.
My dog rides the lift with many pets. Anything extra
Stay on schedule and brush out the coat after busy lobby times.
Want a city specific plan for your pets and routine
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