Which of the following are measures for flea control and prevention?

• A. Regular hoovering, washing of bedding, and wooden flooring
• B. Regular hoovering only
• C. Wooden flooring only
• D. Regular washing of bedding only

Answer: (D)

Flea control in the home hinges on reducing the places where fleas lay eggs and where larvae develop, especially in areas the pet rests. Bedding is a key hotspot because fleas drop eggs there, so regularly washing this bedding removes eggs and larvae and, if done with hot water, can kill them. This direct action on the most common breeding site makes regular washing of bedding a highly effective single measure for reducing the flea population. Hoovering helps remove fleas and eggs from surfaces, but it may miss eggs hidden in fabrics or cracks; relying on wooden flooring alone doesn’t address fleas hiding in more protected spots. So, of the options given, washing the bedding regularly targets the core source of many infestations and serves as the most impactful single step. For best results, combine with vacuuming and appropriate pet flea prevention.