defleaing
Pest removal process
Defleaing is the process of removing fleas from an animal, typically a pet.
The word appears most often as a present participle: The cat hates defleaing day.
Methods include specialized shampoos, combs, and topical treatments.
Precisely correct, informally
- antiparasiticAgent destroying parasites
- collarNeck encirclement
- shampooLiquid hair cleanser
- dipBrief immersion or condiment
topical · systemic · preventative · veterinarian · pyrethrin · permethrin · ivermectin · treatment
One who eradicates vermin
- fumigationDisinfection via airborne chemicals
- infestationPest takeover situation
- larvaeImmature metamorphosing creatures
- eggsReproductive cells in shells
lifecycle · outbreak · reinfestation · bedding · carpet · upholstery · vacuuming · spray
Cleaning with liquid
- cleaningRemoving dirt and mess
- sanitizingEliminating harmful microorganisms
- decontaminationRemoving dangerous substances
- launderingCleaning fabric items
vacuuming · steaming · disinfection · freshness · maintenance
Toxic agent targeting pests
- pesticideAgent destroying harmful organisms
- larvicideAgent destroying immature insects
- permethrinSynthetic bug-killing compound
- organophosphatePhosphorus compound, often toxic
neurotoxin · residual · knockdown · formulation · application · dosage · resistance
spot-on
Precisely correct, informally
- antiparasiticAgent destroying parasites
- collarNeck encirclement
- shampooLiquid hair cleanser
dip · topical · systemic · preventative · veterinarian · pyrethrin · permethrin · ivermectin · treatment · bath
exterminator
One who eradicates vermin
- fumigationDisinfection via airborne chemicals
- infestationPest takeover situation
- larvaeImmature metamorphosing creatures
eggs · lifecycle · outbreak · reinfestation · bedding · carpet · upholstery · vacuuming · spray · powder
washing
Cleaning with liquid
- cleaningRemoving dirt and mess
- sanitizingEliminating harmful microorganisms
- decontaminationRemoving dangerous substances
laundering · vacuuming · steaming · disinfection · freshness · maintenance
insecticide
Toxic agent targeting pests
- pesticideAgent destroying harmful organisms
- larvicideAgent destroying immature insects
- permethrinSynthetic bug-killing compound
organophosphate · neurotoxin · residual · knockdown · formulation · application · dosage · resistance