I’m a pet owner and my dog Ellie loves the sofa, so this is one thing I don’t want in my home (cloned)

As a pet owner, I’m fully aware that we’re heading into peak flea season, and with my dog Ellie regularly jumping up on the sofa to watch TV with us, the last thing I want is fleas making themselves at home.

That’s why I’ve been looking at Itch, a monthly flea treatment service for cats and dogs that is delivered straight to your door.

According to Itch, just a few fleas getting into your home can result in a huge number of flea eggs in as little as four weeks, so regular treatment is something pet owners certainly don’t want to forget.

What caught my attention about the petcare brand is that it’s designed to make monthly treatments a little easier to manage. Treatments can be tailored to your pet and delivered for free from £8.50. The idea is simple: rather than having to remember when your dog or cat is due their next treatment, Itch sends it out to you when you need it.

For me, that convenience is a big attraction. Life is busy enough without having to keep another date in the diary, and when it comes to Ellie, I want to know that I’m staying on top of her regular care.

Itch offers treatments covering fleas, ticks and worms, so it isn’t just about keeping those unwanted visitors out of the house. There’s also a wider range of pet-care products available, including healthy treats and ear cleaner.

I haven’t tried Itch petcare with Ellie yet, but it’s something we’ll be trying soon. With her spending plenty of time curled up on our sofa and enjoying cuddles with the family, I’d much rather be proactive about flea treatment than risk discovering a problem once it has already started.

You can find out more about Itch’s tailored treatment plans and choose the right option for your pet here.

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