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Essential Oils for Fleas

Posted By Fraizer (Venice, Fl) on 07/20/2009

"I too have been searching for a natural remedy to rid my 2 cats of fleas. I tried the Vinegar and some home remedies, but none of them worked for me. I refuse to put any pesticides or chemicals on my pets because they are really harmful to them, and my cats have had bad reactions to them. I will not mention brand names, but I finally found success with a store bought product. Go to your pet store and look for a natural flea powder or spray containing natural oils (peppermint, cloves, etc.) that will kill fleas. They are more expensive, but are non toxic to humans and pets and WORK GREAT! My girls are no longer biting & scratching. Be sure to spray or sprinkle the powder over your entire house as well. My cats smell like TEA BAGS but are no longer FLEA BAGS!!! Please do not put poison on your pets. Find a natural remedy."

Posted By Lilu (Southern California) on 06/20/2026

"PLEASE DON'T USE just ANY essential oil, ESPECIALLY on CATS!!!! Check & re-check with ASPCA & other organizations before using even the smallest amount on ANY PET. Peppermint essential oil (just like most other mints) is highly toxic to cats. PLEASE Be CAREFUL!!!!!!"