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Outdoor Environments Not recommended for housing. Discussions on runs, outdoor time, play areas and safety.

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Can my pigs get fleas from a lawn?

So I would like to let my guinea pigs out to run around outside on a lawn to get some fresh air for a little while. It's been a nice day and I think they would like it. My only concern is that I live in California and there are fleas all over. My dog is on frontline and doesn't have fleas. I would hate for my guinea pigs to get fleas and get sick. Also I don't want fleas in my house.
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Re: Can my pigs get fleas from a lawn?

Pigs can get fleas, but it's very rare and treatable with Advantage or Revolution if they do get them.
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Alright that's nice to know. Thanks for the response.
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Re: Can my pigs get fleas from a lawn?

Yes, my two piggies are on Revolution here in Florida, and the dog on Frontline Plus. They share a vial for kittens as prescribed by our vet. The fleas are worse here than I ever had in California.
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Re: Can my pigs get fleas from a lawn?

Thanks. I'm still reluctant to let them out on a lawn. I've let them out on the deck twice as long as it's not to cold. I would hate to get fleas. I don't want fleas in my house. Fleas and tic's are everywhere here. I got a tic walking to my front door. Yuck!
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