Fleas can be a part of life with cats and dogs. They seem to make their way inside despite our best efforts. What are your alternatives if you do not want to use harsh chemical treatments to treat your house or pet? Here are some natural flea treatments for your pet and natural remedies to eliminate fleas in your home.
Natural Remedies to Treat Fleas in Pets
Flea Comb
A flea comb has closely spaced teeth that can be used to pull fleas from your pet’s coat. The process can be tedious, but in general it’s an effective way to remove fleas and their eggs. Dip the comb in soapy water after each pass to kill anything that’s picked up.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar works well in a variety of situations. Apple cider vinegar, being slightly acidic is deadly to fleas. You can mix six cups of apple cider vinegar with four cups of water into a spray bottle, then spray this solution all over your dog’s coat (just make sure you avoid their eyes).
Lemon
Lemon is a natural flea repellent that can be applied to your dog’s coat to repel fleas. To remove fleas, you can dip the flea-comb in lemon water solution and pass it through your dog’s coat. Another…
