Ticks and fleas can cause problems for pets as well as their owners. Prevention is better than a cure any day! Luckily, we have various ways to keep ticks and fleas at bay! And when done naturally, we can outdo the OTC medication
Which come with their own set of limitations.
This miraculous substance not only repels ticks and fleas but also keeps your dog healthy! Ticks are put off by the acidity that comes with ACV. You can make a 50/50 combination of water and ACV and spray it on them before walks.
The next step in your strategy is to make fleas dislike your dog so that they will seek food elsewhere. You may do this by giving your dog nutritious food that does not smell or taste appealing to fleas and ticks. Feed a diet of fresh foods that is devoid of additives, fillers, and byproducts. Your dog should not be given wheat, soy, or any sort of sugar. Check that they are receiving adequate immune boosters such as omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, and digestive enzymes. A dog with a sound immune system will be able to fight and repel insects by utilizing natural oils from their skin, much as wolves do in the wild.
Diatomaceous earth is a natural mineral that may be used to get rid of fleas on dogs and cats. Diatomaceous earth, unlike most chemical treatments, kills parasites by dehydrating them.
Cornstarch can be used to make a flea powder that you can apply directly to your dog or cat’s coat.
Because peppermint oil repels fleas, ticks, and other pests, it makes an effective natural flea treatment. To make a homemade flea spray with peppermint essential oil, mix 1 cup of water with 15 drops of peppermint essential oil. Pour into a spray bottle, and shake to combine ingredients. Spray on your dog or cat’s fur every day until there are no more signs of bugs. Be sure to wash hands thoroughly after application to avoid accidentally poisoning your pet!
Dabbing your pet’s fur with a mixture of lime juice and water can help keep fleas at bay
Essential oils may be applied to pet food, water bowls, or blankets as one of the finest natural flea remedies. Eucalyptus oil, rosemary oil, and lavender oil are some typical essential oils that are safe to use. Keep in mind, however, that certain dogs may not react well to essential oils, so you should always conduct a test run before applying them to your dog.
One of our top recommendations to get rid of fleas is by adding dish soap or detergent to your pet’s bathwater.
It has a chemical effect on fleas. Fleas despise the scent of garlic, therefore giving it to your dogs will turn them into walking flea deterrents.
Many of you have heard the phrase "don't give garlic to your dogs." It will either make them ill or kill them." While this is correct, it is also incorrect.
Here's why:
Garlic contains thiosulphate, which is a liver toxic if consumed in large enough quantities. Garlic, on the other hand, only contains tiny levels of thiosulphate, and you would have to feed your dog a very high dosage to cause damage.
Instead, garlic may be beneficial to your pets! It's antifungal, anti-parasitic, and a natural antibiotic that doesn't kill good bacteria.
When using garlic for your dogs, be sure you use fresh, organic clove garlic. There are no substitutes! The only way to assure optimum dose and efficacy is to use fresh, organic cloves from a head of garlic. You may feed your pet a quarter bulb of garlic for every ten pounds of body weight. Don't offer your pet more than two cloves of garlic every day, no matter how large they are.
Wash all of your dog's bedding in hot water using a natural, unscented detergent once a week. If you sleep with your dog, be sure to wash your own bedding once a week.
Keeping your dog's coat clean with frequent grooming is also an efficient way to avoid flea infestations. Brushing your dog's coat can help eradicate fleas and ticks and will make your dog happy. Brushing not only allows you to spend quality time together, but also stimulates the circulatory system, distributes the coat's natural oils, and aids in the removal of pollutants.
While grooming, try this wonderful flea test: wet paper towels and place your dog on them, ensuring that the towels reach beyond the size of your dog's coat. Your dog has fleas if little flecks of dirt fall on the towels and become red or brown.
Rosemary herbs could be boiled down to make a tea that works great to repel ticks and fleas!
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