Found a flea after visiting friend. Will my dog or car get infested?

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I went to a friend's house today and noticed her dogs kept scratching, like they had fleas. Me being me I wiped off my clothing in the bathroom before I left. However, as I was driving home I saw a bug crawling on my leg. I killed it and noticed it was a flea. Was that the only flea or will my car or dog become infested? I swept my drivers side of my car and wiped it down, along with everything that was at the friend's house. My dog is on Bravecto, Should we all be in the clear? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 5 years and 1 month old | 67 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Oh, that makes me itch too just thinking about fleas crawling around! If you saw one flea, there will definitely be more in the home, but since Jake is on Bravecto, he should be protected from them. Be sure to give him his next dose on time. As for your cat, well there is the potential more were on your clothes and got in your car. I recommend getting a spray called Indorex which can be used to kill fleas. I hope this helps :-)

Found a flea after visiting friend. Will my dog or car get infested?

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