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When does flea season start in Shreveport?

Flea season in Shreveport typically runs mid-January to late December, peaking Mar–Oct.

Flea season mid-January to late December Peak Mar–Oct
January — Low February — Moderate March — High April — Peak May — Peak June — Peak July — Peak August — Peak September — Peak October — Peak November — Moderate December — Moderate J F M A M J J A S O N D Shreveport Peak Mar–Oct

Ticks in Shreveport

Local tick activity typically runs year-round, heaviest Feb–Nov. The species to know in Louisiana: lone star tick, Gulf Coast tick, American dog tick, brown dog tick.

More on species and timing: Louisiana tick season.

Numbers come from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020) recorded at SHREVEPORT DWTN AP — a climate-based estimate; real years wobble.

Frequently asked questions

When does flea season start in Shreveport?

Around mid-January in a typical year, once local averages hold around 50°F. A warm spring pulls it earlier — prevention shouldn't wait for the calendar.

Is flea season in Shreveport different from the rest of Louisiana?

Not meaningfully — Shreveport tracks the Louisiana statewide estimate closely. Both are climate-based estimates, so treat the edges as fuzzy, not exact.

Do dogs in Shreveport need prevention outside flea season?

Yes — vets recommend year-round parasite prevention regardless of the local calendar. Indoor fleas ignore the weather entirely, and ticks in Louisiana are typically active year-round, a longer window than fleas get.

Elsewhere in Louisiana