If you suspect your dog has fleas, check the armpits and groin first. Adult fleas love to hide in these areas because they are warm and protected. Next, check your dog’s tummy, where the hair is usually thinner and fleas are easier to spot.
How to Tell If Your Dog Has Fleas
As we mentioned, fleas themselves can be hard to spot in typical cases, so an alternative is to look for flea dirt (flea droppings) which are dark specks of digested blood that look like pepper on the dog’s fur or skin. Using a flea comb, collect the suspected flea dirt and place it on a wet, white paper towel. If it is flea dirt, the digested blood in the flea feces will turn the paper towel red.
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