Does your dog have fleas?

You love your pooch but you hate to see him with fleas and worse yet, you hate to see those pooping, egg-laying, blood-sucking creatures in your home and yard. How can you tell if your dog is suffering from fleas? There are some definite ways to detect if you have a flea problem. Is Fido scratching and itching excessively? Is Fido biting or chewing on his skin, especially near the tail area and inside his thigh area? Does Fido have hair loss? Does Fideo have skin lesions? Are there red, raised bumps on Fido's skin and stomach area? If you have answered “yes” to any or all of these questions, chances are poor Fido is suffering from fleas. Review the Pet MD Symptom Checker to determine if your dog has fleas.