Pesky parasites known as fleas have troubled us all for many years. We all worry about the effects of those nasty chemical treatments available over the counter. Well, worry no more; read on to see our natural and friendly flea and tick treatments.
For those of us who have children, we are also concerned about our children being susceptible to the dangers of the chemical flea control. When we choose to have the pets, we also need to be responsible for their welfare. Choosing a natural treatment method is healthier for your pet and your family.
First on our list is something as common as brewers yeast. Mix a little of that with a small amount of garlic in your dogs food to act as a natural repellent. Do not use the garlic for cats because garlic and onions are toxic for cats. Another option is to squeeze lemon or orange juice on your pet’s fur and massage it into their fur for a citrus smelling repellent.
Bathing is always a recommended option. Using some liquid dish soap with a citrus smell works well. Due to the fact that fleas can’t grab a hold of the hair, water will wash them into the tub. Regularly brushing also keeps fleas off your dogs and cats.
Beneficial nematode worms work great in your garden. These are not the worms that cause heart worms so not to worry. These beneficial worms feed off the flea larva so having them in your garden and yard is a plus. Keeping your floors swept and carpets vacuumed will also help.
Well, we are going to get silly on you now. Ticks, the dreaded blood suckers, live in tall grass in wooded areas and are attracted to the body warmth. A good way to keep this pesky nuisance at bay is to cover your dog. Grab an old T-shirt and some old socks and give your dog protection.
Using a T-shirt to cover your dog’s body and belly will not keep the ticks away, however, it slows their progress to uncovered places as do the socks. By covering the hair it hinders the tick’s access to the warm b therefore acting as a deterrent. And talk about a chick magnet; this might work better than a cute puppy.
A natural tick repellent is rose geranium oil. Rub some on the inside of your dog’s collar and on their coat to ward off those pesky critters. Not recommended for cats because cats will have a severe reaction to these essential oils.
Tick removal is crucial to keep your dog free from the harmful bacteria carried by ticks. While the summer months are most common for fleas and ticks, it’s best to make sure you are diligent throughout the year. Give your pets the best available for a happy life.
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