| v> | | | | dog’s eyes when you spray the neck area. |
| Oils are natural remedies for many conditions, and | | | | When spraying, check if you can see small black |
| among them are the treatment and prevention of | | | | flakes as these are flea excrements which need to |
| dog fleas. Helpful tips are provided in this article. A | | | | be treated with medication. |
| lot of people today resort to the use of natural | | | | Frequency of treatment: |
| treatment methods to get rid of dog fleas. While | | | | Consistency is very important so make sure you do |
| there are topical ointments and sprays available, | | | | the following: |
| natural remedies have become the favored choice. | | | | Lavender bath-twice a week |
| Among the most popular natural treatments would | | | | Spray- once daily |
| be the use of essential oils such as lavender, | | | | 2. You will not only apply the essential oils on your |
| eucalyptus, and tea tree. | | | | dog, but also on the sleeping area (basket) as well as |
| Here are tips and guidelines that you can use: | | | | his beddings. You need to wash these items using |
| 1. Essential oils can be used as a flea repellent. A | | | | 2-4 drops of essential oils, specifically, eucalyptus, |
| good time to start using it would be during the winter | | | | mixed in hot water. This method can do two things: |
| season. Fleas hate the cold season which puts them | | | | rid of fleas and eliminate dust mites as well. |
| at an all-time low, although this may not necessarily | | | | 3. Since you also need to make sure your house is |
| hold true for homes with central heating. | | | | completely free from dog fleas, it is recommended |
| To make the repellent bath, what you need are the | | | | that you make a floor cleaning solution. Mix 4-8 drops |
| following: | | | | of lavender essential oil with a lavender-scented |
| -3 drops of lavender | | | | detergent and then wipe your floors and walls using a |
| -2 drops of lemon grass | | | | cloth soaked in this home-made solution. |
| -3 drops of citronella essential oil | | | | Treatment of Flea Bites |
| Mix these components to form a repellent bath | | | | Most likely, you will find several flea bites in your |
| solution, and use it regularly when bathing your dog. | | | | dog’s skin. To treat this, you need to use tea |
| Areas to put in top priority are: base of his tail, areas | | | | tree essential oil or undiluted lavender essential oil |
| between the paws, his ears, and the back of the | | | | since both have excellent antiseptic properties. If you |
| ears. | | | | use tea tree essential oil, 2-3 drops should be mixed |
| To make a repellent spray, here is what you need to | | | | with a cup of water. Use cotton balls to clean the |
| do: | | | | affected area. |
| Fill an old spray container with water. Add | | | | Once your dog is free from fleas, keep it that way |
| approximately 8 drops of lavender essential oil, and | | | | by making sure he is well-groomed, fit, and healthy. |
| shake it to achieve uniform mixture. Then spray it on | | | | Exercise and a healthy diet are necessary since |
| your dog’s skin and fur, particularly his neck | | | | unhealthy dogs are more susceptible to flea |
| and tail, as well as his back. Make sure to cover your | | | | infestation. |