In general, feline ectoparasites like ticks, fleas and flies, which send part of their life cycles off the host animal, inflict the most damage in late spring through early autumn in temperate climates, and are a year long problem in continually warm climates. Fleas may be a problem year round especially in situations where there is constant warmth. Mites and lice spend their entire lives on their feline hosts.

Life cycle of a 1 host tick

Life cycle of a 2 host tick

Life cycle of a 3 host tick

Life Cycles

Damage to Host