Flea Away All Natural Flea, Tick, and Mosquito Repellent for Dogs and Cats, 100 Chewable Tablets, 2 Pack

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Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. If you prefer natural remedies, make a strong solution by adding two cups of rosemary leaves to hot water. Allow the mixture to cool down and use it to spray, rinse, or soak your pet. Comb your hair with a specially designed flea comb designed to drag fleas out from hiding. A lice comb may be sufficient if the flea population in your home is relatively small. Spread cedar chips on the areas where your pet likes to lie down, under the bushes, and on flower beds. Fleas hate the smell! Sulphur (powder or liquid) is also known to repel fleas and prevent hatching. Plague most commonly affects small rodents in Africa, Asia, North America and South America. Most human cases of plague in the United States occur in the western part of the country, especially in rural New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, Utah, California, Oregon and Nevada. Infected fleas can transmit plague to humans. Humans can also get plague after handling an infected animal. Symptoms of plague include:

Please note: You may want to take your pet to the vet before giving the animal a bath or using an insecticide shampoo to ensure the pet's safety. Some pet supply stores will bathe your animal for a small fee. Kill fleas with an oral prescription. While topicals affect fleas directly, oral pills or chewables (like Bravecto and Capstar) get into fleas after they bite your pet. Employ a steam cleaner for carpets and upholstery, including pet beds. The combination of high heat and soap is the enemy of fleas in all stages of life. Pay special attention to any spots where your pet usually lies down or spends a lot of time. Avoid getting your dog wet for as long as the instructions recommend (often 24 hours). If the weather is bad, put a coat on your dog to protect them from heavy rain. Prevention matters Multiple flea bites often appear as a straight line on your lower limbs. In some instances, flea bites may have a red halo surrounding their center.Baking soda and salt can eliminate fleas. Simply spread these powders over your carpets and leave them there all night. You can then hoover the next morning to remove dehydrated flea eggs and larvae.

Consider using chemicals like aerosol sprays or foggers to kill any fleas in the vicinity. You must remove all animals and children from the space you are treating, including fish and reptiles as these chemicals can be toxic to your pets. Make your own herbal flea bath. Take two cups fresh rosemary leaves and add them to two pints of water. Boil for approximately thirty minutes. Strain the liquid, discard the leaves and mix it with up to a gallon of warm water. Pour this over your pet. Do not rinse off, but allow your pet to air dry or dab them lightly with a towel or tissue paper.

How to get rid of fleas in the garden

Diatomaceous Earth - Using diatomaceous earth to treat a flea problem is one of the few 'home remedies' that has some substance behind it. Diatomaceous earth is the microscopic remains of fossilized algae, diatoms. It’s a very fine powder, which is non-toxic to humans and is a great natural remedy to get rid of fleas as it causes dehydration.You should sprinkle the powder over areas you suspect have high flea activity, applying thin layers. Leave the diatomaceous earth for 2 days then vacuum promptly, following the necessary flea prevention tips afterwards. Find out, or ask your vet, how regularly you need to apply flea treatment, and mark it on your calendar. Record the name of the product, the pet you applied it to if you have more than one, and the date when the next dose is due. It’s important to apply the treatment on the date it’s due, and not early or late, as this can result in your dog being either over-medicated or not protected against fleas. Salt - Much like baking soda, salt is said to be a flea home remedy when accompanied by vacuuming. Myth says that the salt acts as a dehydration agent, helping to get rid of adult fleas. For this home remedy take some finely ground salt, sprinkle it all over your carpets. Leave to rest for 1-2 days, then vacuum your home throughout, emptying the contents in an outside rubbish bin. Hire or invest in a steam cleaner then target your carpets, pet beds, sofas, cushions, rugs and any other soft furnishings. Fleas are irritating and tenacious and have a bad reputation for a number of reasons. Not only are they an unwanted nuisance, but they can also spread diseases. While many of us believe our furry friends are the main source of fleas, in fact, only around 5% of your flea infestation is found on your animals, the rest is scattered throughout your home.

Consider using cedar chips spread around your garden to repel fleas. The places your pets sleep are great spots to use these chips. Sprinkle some treats on the floor. While your dog is eating them, feel for their shoulder blades and lightly touch them in between them. Flea dirt is primarily made up of the host’s blood. Fleas with a host nearby consume much more blood than they need to survive daily. Fleas often excrete while biting and may release 10 or more drops of flea dirt while they feed. Pet scratchingThe 'old wives tale' says that the water and dish soap solutions act as a glue, trapping the fleas due to the high viscosity of the solution. You should repeat this method with a fresh batch every day. For this flea home remedy to work effectively the 'old wives tale' says it should be conducted at night time. Don’t put off flea treating your pets either with flea collars or medication. Fleas will be attracted to your pet and killed when they try to bite your furry companions. This can be irritating for your animal and you will still need to treat your home as well. Aloe vera: Aloe vera is a succulent plant. The gel in its leaves contains salicylic acid, which relieves itching and pain. You can apply aloe gel directly to your flea bite.

The remaining flea larvae can be dealt with by having the carpets steam-cleaned. You could also shampoo your carpet with insecticidal shampoo or have a pest control expert professionally apply an infrared heat treatment to the carpet, which kills all stages of fleas. However, this type of treatment is costly. Flea Repelling Plants - The final 'old wives tale' about natural remedies to get rid of fleas is enlisting the help of a range of specific plants to help repel these biting insects. Certain plants contain particular oils, compounds, and chemicals which fleas dislike and will try and avoid. Using these plants around your home in flower pots and flower beds is suggested as a natural home remedy for fleas. Plants that keep fleas away:If you do aim to use an insecticide or other chemical cleaning treatment, please proceed with caution. Many are toxic to humans, pets, and the environment. To do this, you must treat your pet and its living environment at the same time. Depending on your pet’s boundaries, this may include your whole house or yard. It is important to be aware that if using diatomaceous earth as a natural flea remedy you should use the food grade option . Although it is non-toxic, the nature of the powder can get messy and irritate your eyes and throat. When using diatomaceous earth to treat your home it is advised that you wear a face mask and gloves. The advent of topical flea treatments for pets have made insecticides pretty outdated. Topical prescriptions stop or augment the flea’s reproductive cycle and rapidly kill an infestation. Use a flea comb to carefully remove fleas from your pets’ fur. You can then kill any fleas removed in hot, soapy water.