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What kind of diseases do these parasites introduce? Tapeworms are the main threat that fleas bring. Ticks carry Lyme Disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Babesia, Ehrlichia and several other infectious diseases. In addition, both of these parasites can lead to anemia, especially in very young or very old animals.
Allergies to fleas are the leading cause of skin problems in cats and dogs. Most pets suffering from flea-related skin problems will not have large numbers of fleas on their bodies, because these animals groom themselves tirelessly to remove fleas. Fleas contribute to a number of other health problems in cats and dogs. As well, they carry a wide variety of diseases that can affect pets and people. Contrary to popular belief, flea infestation is not contagious. Rather, in endemic areas fleas are ubiquitous in the environment.