http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/fleas.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/fleas.rss The Best Home Remedies to Kill Fleas in Your Cat or Dog. Sun, 12 Feb 12 21:06:23 -0600 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=BORAXBS_72918 /Pets/fleas.rss1 Fri, 03 Feb 12 10:35:09 -0600 [YEA] Kathie from Houston, Tx / Usa writes: "I make my own carpet powder (for sprinkling on my rugs before I vacuum). I mix half borax (20 team mule) and half baking soda along with a few drops of essential oils (I like lavander and a touch of lemongrass). I feel like this will keep down the bugs (like mites, fleas and maybe any other gross things! - because we have pets), absorb odor and add a fresh scent. I also put this mixture on our sofa (the cat sleeps on it... ) I then put on rubber gloves and rub it in, then vacuum. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=NEMATODES_70049 /Pets/fleas.rss2 Wed, 28 Dec 11 10:49:50 -0600 [YEA] Margie from Coppell, Tx writes: "Just wanted to add beneficial nematodes to the flea arsenal (maybe it's already here somewhere). Several years ago, the big name flea treatment applied to the back of the pets neck just stopped working for us. We got infested. We used borax & DE in the house (too much carpet), but outside we used nematodes. I purchased a bulk supply with 3 types of nematodes and have continued putting them out every spring. These fabulous parasitic worms also kill June bugs, termites, fire ants and other creatures that spend at least part of their life cycle in the earth. Here in zone 7, I spray them 3 times @ 5 day intervals in early April. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=ACVBYS_69703 /Pets/fleas.rss3 Thu, 22 Dec 11 15:53:19 -0600 [YEA] Max from St-pascal, Quebec, Canada writes: "Based on what I read here, I decided to mix up different solutions for maximum effectiveness. I used ACV, Yeast and Sea salt (about 2 tbsp acv, 2tbsp yeast and 1tbsp sea salt) in 500 mL spray bottle, and used on my cat once a day. It was dramatically effective!! My cat stopped itching herself all the time and was flea free, but we didnt take care of the eggs so she became re infected... we will re-do the treatment with eggs in mind soon. Interesting side effects is that her hair became completely nice and soft, and prior to that had been filled with hard hairballs all of her life! She also got a very improved mood, more energy, and became more sociable! I believe the nutrients from the high quality Brewer Yeast (used Lewis Labs brand), and the ACV did wonders for her health! As soon as she would be all wet with the mix she would try to lick it all up, so she ended up eating quite a bit of it... (a reason why NOT to put too much salt in there..) " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=MR_67836 /Pets/fleas.rss4 Sun, 27 Nov 11 19:43:16 -0600 [YEA] Hiaama from Miamisburg, Oh, Usa writes: "I too have had the experience of living with itchy dogs. 10 pound Chorkie suffered all night and day. She is one of what began as six dogs so flea prevention is crucial. Our family is now down to 3 dogs due to old dogs going over the rainbow :-) THE Chorkie and our two Blue Heelers/Healers. Here is our story: flea treatment from a vet, 150.00 per month. Grocery store dog crunchies, 20.00 per month, chorkie illness, 210.00 per one time only. then it occured to me to come here as I do for my own health and well being. After reading all the information here I realized that while fleas are no day at the dog park it was not my Twinkie's trouble nor was the alleged flea allergy that cost $210.00. She received advantix and a 6 month cortisone/steroid shot along with a pat on the head and well wishes. Advantix left a huge lesion on her shoulder for more than 2 months. To spare my readers of a long and emotionally driven story I will now get to the point. I changed the diet stopped the chemicals and got over my fear of over bathing my dogs My dogs get homemade dog food that changes every week. A scant splash of ACV, Oatmeal, salmon fresh parsley fresh, canned pumpkin, garlic and coconut oil, one week, brown rice farm fresh organic free range eggs parsley garlic coconut oil the next. Turkey black beans and rice you get the picture. It cost no more than 5 dollars a week for me to cook it up while I prepare our family meal. The two heelers also get a couple fish oil capsules, Twinkie will not eat it under any circumstances. They get a bath once a week with baking soda, anti fungal dog shampoo and a nice rinse of ACV. A drop of lavender oil on each neck every night. We have seen a huge improvment in the scratching. The heelers smell so much more like dogs and the ears are getting much better. Everyone'c coats are soft and silky and we are all sleeping much better. Healing is a process just as the illness is. Stick with it and trust in our mother earth to provide all we need for health and wellness. love, HiaAma " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=TTO_67817 /Pets/fleas.rss5 Sun, 27 Nov 11 14:38:39 -0600 Sherry from Columbus, Ohio writes: "While researching tea tree oil as a skin healer, I noted that tea tree oil can be very toxic to cats. A couple of comments here mention tea tree oil use for cats to help prevent fleas. Thought I should just mention it." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=FB_66011 /Pets/fleas.rss6 Thu, 27 Oct 11 17:38:16 -0500 [YEA] Jay from Boston, Ma writes: "FYI to all, I you happen to have room in your freezer, put your bed clothes in a leave them in for a day or so. The low temperatures should kill what ever fleas and eggs embedded in the fabric. Even turn temperature down if you can. The lower the better. It worked for me. Just one more harmless and inexpensive way to kill the little buggers. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=MR_65925 /Pets/fleas.rss7 Wed, 26 Oct 11 10:09:29 -0500 Dorrie from Austin, Texas writes: "Here's what's finally gotten my dogs' horrible allergies under control: she's allergic to flea bites and the harmful spot-on treatments had ceased to work, so I took her off and put her on chewable garlic and brewers yeast tabs. They stopped biting her after a few weeks. Combed her everyday to get them off her. I have a huge yard and cats that are indoor/outdoor and are able to wander over to the neighbors' yards so they bring them in. Diatamacious earth on the lawn lessened them but still have to do lots of flea combing. Put the dog on holistic grain free food and at night she gets raw- the chicken in the big sausage kind. Tried various shampoos and AVC rinses, so-so. Tried enzymes etc. Found a spray called Dermacton and a bar shampoo they make. Shea butter oil and essential oils that have moisturized her coat and also repels fleas. She stopped itching like immediately and smells devine. She doesn't really like being sprayed but seems to know it helps. This past week she's been scratching some more and I think it's because she's been off the raw food. So... It seems to be a combination of keeping her on the raw food with a pinch of kelp added, washing her feet to get rid of the stuff she walks through and spraying her every other day or as needed with the spray. The spray has definitely made the biggest difference though. Just wish they'd lower the price. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=SPRAYS_64317 /Pets/fleas.rss8 Fri, 30 Sep 11 18:29:07 -0500 Christina from Florence, Alabama/ United States writes: "I am wondering if anyone is familiar with the Ecosmart Organic Insectide. We purchased it to help with a small (or so we hope) flea problem. The ingredients are: 2-Phenethyl Propionate, Clove Oil, Rosemary Oil, Peppermint Oil, Thyme Oil, water, Potassium Oleate and Lecithins. We have sprayed it in two rooms with carpet... And WOW... It definatley has a strong smell... Not chemically, but sure clears the sinuses! I guess I am not sure what the first ingredient really is... Is it truly safe for pets... And us? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=VACUUM_63107 /Pets/fleas.rss9 Mon, 12 Sep 11 11:44:15 -0500 [YEA] Kind To Animals from New York, Ny writes: "Just want to pass on a tip in ref to the daily ( pew! ) vaccuming for fleas in your house. If you do not want to throw out that expensive vacuum bag every day you can wrap it tightly in a couple of plastic bags and stick in the freezer until next time you are going to use it. Fleas, flee eggs and the lot will die when exposed to cold! Thanks everyone for your testimony to ACV. Will continue my warfare! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=GARLIC_62357 /Pets/fleas.rss10 Wed, 31 Aug 11 22:30:55 -0500 [NAY] Josh H. from Portland, Or, Usa writes: "I noticed that you are recommending adding garlic to every meal your dog eats to help prevent flea and tick infestations. At one point, I was a small business owner and one of my products was all-natural dog biscuits. Despite the fact that most DIY dog biscuit recipes call for garlic as an ingredient, I found out through further research that this is actually very harmful to the dogs. Garlic, onions and many other alliums contain a particular natural chemical that builds up in a dog's kidneys over the course of their life. This build up can eventually lead to kidney failure or death for the animal. It has also been known to cause a rare form of kidney cancer in some dogs. This is something that I thought you should know.... Thanks, Josh " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=ACV_61950 /Pets/fleas.rss11 Thu, 25 Aug 11 01:53:42 -0500 [YEA] Tiffany from Los Angeles, California writes: "I have a small dog who was miserable with fleas I bathed him with dawn dish soap and rinsed him with a 50/50 mix of Apple Cider Vinegar and water after, he was dry I massaged organic olive oil in his skin which was red and inflamed. He finally stop scratching! And the fleas are gone for now I'm sure I will have to repeat this process until all the fleas are gone. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=RN_61365 /Pets/fleas.rss12 Tue, 16 Aug 11 11:31:55 -0500 Pbruinblonde from New Bedford, Mass, Usa writes: "I have a 10ib silky terrior who has been for a few months now licking his paws and biting at his bottom quite often. I took to the vets and they said "Fleas" I paid mucho money to follow instructions regarding fleas and I still have same problem. I switch his food from Sweet Potato and Bison to a daily talk show cooks food and wonder if this is not helping. I'd appreciate any suggestions...... I read alot about ACV but I have also read negative responses re: that, so Im afraid, he is only 10ibs and I would be devastated if I did anything more to hurt him. I have tried oatmeal shampoo, store bought flea poweder, flea medicine, fronline, advantage etc.... Thank You " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=SULPHUR_60887 /Pets/fleas.rss13 Mon, 08 Aug 11 22:50:11 -0500 Louise from Sydney, Australia writes: "Does anyone know the correct dose of sulphur for dogs and cats to prevent fleas " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=LEMONS_60561 /Pets/fleas.rss14 Wed, 03 Aug 11 23:42:52 -0500 Mellissa from Monroeton, Pa writes: "I am wondering about using real lemon juice in a bottle (not a real reg. Lemons)to get rid of fleas by just pouring it in a line from there neck to tail, and leaving it on. Can someone who really has knowledge about lemon remedys answer my question. Thank You mellissa " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=ACV_59444 /Pets/fleas.rss15 Thu, 14 Jul 11 00:39:35 -0500 [YEA] Dianec from Los Angeles, California United States writes: "My dog Maggie a chihuahua/terrier mix had a problem with FLEAS! And her body would smell like a fish. After a bath is the only time she smelled good. The next day she would smell bad again. Well I read that dogs with this condition have too much alkaline in their system. And that about 1 cup to 1 cup and a half of Apple cider vinegar in a pail of warm water might help. I bathed Maggie using commercial dog shampoo and rinsed her in warm clear water and then I used an apple cider vinegar rinse, WELL IT WORKED! Maggie no longer has fleas and she doesn't smell bad. I also dip her in the apple cider vinegar rinse about twice a week. In the past even with Frontline she would have a few fleas. And her skin would get pink to red. She is now normal. And no fleas! For me this apple cider vinegar rinse was a miracle. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=HARTZ_59243 /Pets/fleas.rss16 Sat, 09 Jul 11 19:59:20 -0500 [WARNING!] Zookeeper from Sunnyvale, Ca writes: "I was told by my vet to use just plain old mild dish detergent to wash my pet. Honestly, I'm afraid to use any over the counter flea rememdy after my 1 yr kitty got so sick and had seizures. She is an indoor cat and I only let her out for 5 minutes while watering the garden and she got infested. I first used Sargeants squeeze on for cats and kittens and she started bouncing off the walls and was throwing up all night. And on top of that it didn't kill the fleas. So a few days later I went and got some Hartz Ultra Guard Flea & Tick Powder for cats and rubbed her down. The next day she started having seizures and had to be rushed to the vet. I can't tell you how bad I felt and how scared I was. I don't know why they sell this toxic stuff. I gave the kitty a bath today after a day of rest and just used mild baby shampoo. I hope this does the trick because I will never use Flea Powder or Spot applications again. Don't use Sargeants or Hartz!! Very toxic! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=ACV_58867 /Pets/fleas.rss17 Sun, 03 Jul 11 20:41:14 -0500 [YEA] Alyssa from Austin, Tx writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar as a flea remedy: My cats were keen to the ACV added to their water to prevent fleas, and they would steal water from their loving humans to avoid it. A little over a week ago, I started adding a few drops of ACV to their nightly soft food. The food is pungent enough to cover up any hint of the ACV odor. They no longer scratch themselves to the point of scabbing up and I can't find any fleas on either cat. As always, ACV is amazing! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=GF_58143 /Pets/fleas.rss18 Mon, 20 Jun 11 18:05:05 -0500 Jill from Sarasota, Fl writes: "has anyone tried flea free? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=ACV_57956 /Pets/fleas.rss19 Fri, 17 Jun 11 22:19:16 -0500 [YEA] Flourshoppe from Houston, Texas, Usa writes: "We are having one horrid heat spell as you all are aware, and no rain so the fleas want to live inside with us because we have air conditioning!!! I've used Frontline 2 times on my little dog (3 weeks apart), vacuum everything every day, and spray full strength Apple Cider Vinegar all over everything... Bed, pillows, floors, sofa... Anywhere she "hangs out"... Including, I spray her because fleas do NOT like vinegar. I've never had a flea problem like this and others have complained about the problem this year too... it has taken a few weeks, but Miranda has no fleas finally not to mention, the house is always fresh smelling once the vinegar small disappears. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=ACV_57510 /Pets/fleas.rss20 Thu, 09 Jun 11 11:11:59 -0500 [YEA] Lainie from Toronto, Ontario Canada writes: "Just reading through all of the suggestions & have had lots of success with ACV, but have to caution on diatomacious earth (DE), dish soaps & garlic. DE can be harmful to all pets. When they groom themselves (particularly cats), they ingest the tiny particles which can damage their digestive systems. Dish soaps are toxic & although they work, are totally uneccessary. Any shampoo will kill fleas if left on for a few minutes, but the fleas will return. Many dogs love garlic but garlic can cause problems that can be deadly. Some dogs have eaten garlic all their lives without any problems but why take the chance? A good organic brand of ACV is safe & natural if used properly. Don't put undiluted ACV on your pet, dilute it with warm or cool water. In their water is fine & cannot harm them at all as long as you don't overdose them! One tsp. In a quart should be sufficient. Smell their water to make sure it doesn't stink of vinegar. Humans are encouraged to use ACV for all kinds of problems & can manage 1/4 cup per glass of cold water without hating the taste. Good luck with everything. Our Black Lab is going nuts with allergies & has no fleas. The ACV is helping her stop chewing her paws but has to be done daily. We've gone through everything imaginable from changing foods to prednisone which we cannot stand to continue. Right now, we're giving Evening Primrose oil a try. Anybody have similar problems with their labs? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=BS_57004 /Pets/fleas.rss21 Mon, 30 May 11 10:20:49 -0500 [YEA] Meems from Apache Junction, Az, United States writes: "I have a beautiful conure, but the lady on the first floor in our apartment building has 3 cats. They must have been loaded with fleas, because I brought them into my own home after they hitched a ride on my feet. The landlord knocked on my door and handed me a "bomb" to kill the fleas. I don't want to expose my little parrot to chemicals so I phoned her vet. I was told to use Arm & Hammer. Get a few boxes and sprinkle it everywhere. The fleas are drawn to the salty taste of it and the next day I could see their bodies were completely flat. They had dehydrated and died. Of course, yours truly tasted like a potato chip, but that didn't stop me from doing it again in one week. After vacuuming up all the Arm & Hammer, I never saw another flea. It worked great, was inexpensive, safe and only caused a tiny bit of inconvenience. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=SEGT_56613 /Pets/fleas.rss22 Sat, 21 May 11 11:59:37 -0500 Heather from Katy, Tx writes: "I've heard that Stash Earl Grey tea gets rid of fleas in the home from several people now. I haven't tried it yet, but thought I'd put that out there for anyone who needs another idea to try. Open the bags and sprinkle on the carpet. Vacuum up in a few days. Sometimes the pets will even roll in it, which helps keep the fleas off them, as well! For those with very light carpets, please test small area first.... although this tip came from someone with white carpets and she had no problems. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=GF_56286 /Pets/fleas.rss23 Sat, 14 May 11 20:35:33 -0500 [WARNING!] Ajc from Atl, Usa writes: "RE Flea Remedies by giving Garlic and Black Walnut Husks... A few quick searches on Google and you will find that these things can be toxic to your dog. I would stay away... A Sulphur tab once a week seems to be ok though. I think you should maybe be more careful about the things you recommend people give their dogs. I was interested in finding an alternative way to combat fleas other than chemical treatments, but not at the risk of hurting my dogs. And the way I look at it, a chemical that is applied correctly with all directions followed according to the label is just as safe as any other method you can come up with... And definitely safer than garlic and black walnut husks." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=BP_55428 /Pets/fleas.rss24 Wed, 27 Apr 11 11:57:10 -0500 [YEA] Diana from San Marcos, Texas writes: "For fleas in the house, throw banana peels down around the areas where the fleas are concentrated. Leave them until they're black & dried up. They emit something that kills fleas as they dry. Is sounds gross but the peels don't get nasty, they just shrivel up & get hard. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/fleas.html&name=ACV_53248 /Pets/fleas.rss25 Mon, 07 Mar 11 15:07:51 -0600 Suny from Ponca, Ok writes: "Hi everyone, I've been reading about different remedies for this and alot of you talk about ACV. Do you put it in the cats water? dilute it? on their fur? Cats are alot more suseptible to things( such as essential oils which you cannot use at all). Where I live there are ticks and fleas for most of the year and my cats are indoor and outdoor cats since that is their need. I have to be careful what to put on their fur as they love to lick onean other. Any suggestions would be appreciated."