ภาวะโลหิตจางจากหมัด

Key Facts

• Fleas are not just a nuisance; they drink blood and can kill
• Most vulnerable: kittens, puppies, elderly pets, small animals, outdoor strays
• Pets will NOT itch from fleas unless allergic to flea bites; absence of scratching does not mean no fleas
• Flea dirt (black pepper-like specks) confirms infestation even when live fleas are not seen
• Signs: weakness, pale gums, rapid breathing, lethargy, collapse
• Severe cases require blood transfusion
• Prevention: reliable year-round flea control is critical
• Species: dogs and cats