Thanks! I think my dog might have fleas cause I saw some flea dirt on him but I dont see them x_x
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‽ ɥсʇɐйsɹəpйɐq ‽
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Hello, also remember you can get electronic combs which kill the fleas as you comb through the fur, if done in conjunction with medication or collar it is pretty effective.
Hello, also remember you can get electronic combs which kill the fleas as you comb through the fur, if done in conjunction with medication or collar it is pretty effective.
PrettyInInk
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If you want a non chemical solution: dawn dish soap works wonders. feeding your dog garlic will cause several issues. please consult a professional instead of the internet...
Garlic will screw up your pets digestive system, dont want to risk a huge vet bill or even death, might as well buy the most expensive flea killer.
I buy capstar, they sell it at the vet for 30 bucks a box or 5 dollars a pill, fleas are coming off and dying within thirty minutes, by the end of the day most to all are off, if not, you can use another pill as early as the next day. The pills releases something off the dogs skin which acts like poison. It may not be a home remedy, but bathe your pet in dawn soap and then use that pill and you should be good to go ^.^
I buy capstar, they sell it at the vet for 30 bucks a box or 5 dollars a pill, fleas are coming off and dying within thirty minutes, by the end of the day most to all are off, if not, you can use another pill as early as the next day. The pills releases something off the dogs skin which acts like poison. It may not be a home remedy, but bathe your pet in dawn soap and then use that pill and you should be good to go ^.^
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Sara.
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I don't know about you guys, but it's also tick season! Here's something I found while floating around on the internet that'll work for ticks and fleas.
'For pets, add 1 cup of water to a spray bottle, followed by 2 cups of distilled white vinegar. Ticks hate the smell and taste of vinegar, and will be easily be repelled by this ingredient alone. Then, add two spoonfuls of vegetable or almond oil, which both contain sulfur (another natural tick repellent). To make a repellent that will also deter fleas, mix in a few spoonfuls of lemon juice, citrus oil, or peppermint oil, any of which will repel ticks and fleas while also creating a nicely scented repellent. Spray onto the pet's dry coat, staying away from sensitive areas including eyes, nose, mouth, and genitals. When outdoors for an extended period, spray this solution on two to three times per day.'
'For pets, add 1 cup of water to a spray bottle, followed by 2 cups of distilled white vinegar. Ticks hate the smell and taste of vinegar, and will be easily be repelled by this ingredient alone. Then, add two spoonfuls of vegetable or almond oil, which both contain sulfur (another natural tick repellent). To make a repellent that will also deter fleas, mix in a few spoonfuls of lemon juice, citrus oil, or peppermint oil, any of which will repel ticks and fleas while also creating a nicely scented repellent. Spray onto the pet's dry coat, staying away from sensitive areas including eyes, nose, mouth, and genitals. When outdoors for an extended period, spray this solution on two to three times per day.'
This is a good piece of advice. Thanks for sharing! I didn't know about it. I should say, it is great to find a non-chemical solution. Usually I order sprays and collars on Pet Express (I always use tрis site to buy all necessary products for my pets), but I don't want to use them all the time.
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just/shell
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Dandruff shampoo gets rid of fleas and ticks also 
we bath our dogs a couple of times a week
we bath our dogs a couple of times a weekmrsroadrunner
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Looks like this is a old thread, and a old problem with having cats and dogs. We dint know fleas could live here where we live !! we got a infestation when 2 pups we bought had to go to the vets to get fixed. I over heard one of the vet techs talking about their flea infestation, sure enough we had fleas when we brought the pups home! we did everything to get rid of those pesky things!! finally resorting to unnatural ways, sorry to say!
Super bugs are a thing and i feel fleas have became one of these "super bugs", that have gotten used to what we do to kill them .....
Super bugs are a thing and i feel fleas have became one of these "super bugs", that have gotten used to what we do to kill them .....
MirkosMangle
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Soon those troubles will start again. May is the worst for our furry friends.
Cat's always get fleas. Especially those who walk out frequently. I have three cats and they got fleas several times as well. I take them to a vet and follow his advices. I also found much useful info at https://www.catfoodpoint.com/how-to-get-rid-of-fleas-on-cats to prevent them from getting fleas in advance, like getting a flea collar, and provide info on how to make remedies for fleas at home.
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purplerose
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i dont do natural when it comes to fleas and ticks, monthly spot on and treating the yard along with the dog has kept them at bay for me. different meds work in different regions which is why some work for some and others dont.
if its got to exterminator point here, i'd rather douse it in gas and aim & flame it.
Yeah, I get that done outside, they always stay by the steps of my back yard. They really creep me out.i dont do natural when it comes to fleas and ticks, monthly spot on and treating the yard along with the dog has kept them at bay for me. different meds work in different regions which is why some work for some and others dont.
if its got to exterminator point here, i'd rather douse it in gas and aim & flame it.
purplerose
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granules man its the only way to go. spreader on 7 a bit of water and poof. i end up doing it 2xs a year because well i like my lawn nice and dead and tell tru green to suck it why pay $800 when itll cost me $50 a nice walk in the yard while donning my beer hat ...
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