COMBATING FLEAS ON YOUR PET, HOME & YARD
DO NOT USE ANY FLEA MEDS OR SHAMPOOS AS ALL THOSE ARE PESTICIDES AND THEREFORE TOXIC. EVERYTHING THAT YOU PUT ON YOUR PET SKIN PENETRATES INTO BLOOD STREAM IN 10-20 SECONDS AND POISONS YOUR PET’S BLOOD!
THE FIRST BEST WAY TO GET RID OF FLEAS IS A SIMPLE BATH. HOW TO BATHE YOUNG KITTENS OR PUPPIES VIDEO BELLOW
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5kMclZz75o
BLUE DAWN IS TOXIC SO PLEASE DO NOT USE IT UNLESS YOU HAVE GRAVE 911 ON YOUR HANDS. HERE IS WHY YOU SHOULD NEVER USE DAWN OR OTHER COMMERCIAL SHAMPOOS ON PETS ! SLS is found in most skin products that foam. IF THEY HAVE Sodium Laurel Sulfate – DO NOT USE ! Animals exposed to SLS can experience eye damage, depression, labored breathing, diarrhea, severe skin irritation, and even death. Young eyes may not develop properly if exposed to SLS. SLS may damage the skin’s immune system and can be transformed into nitrosamines, a potent class of carcinogens. SLS can remain in the body for up to five days and maintain residual levels in the heart, lungs, liver and brain.
PURE CASTILE LIQUID SOAP
TO GET RID OF FLEAS INITIALLY ON ANY PET NO MATTER THE AGE…I PREFER TO USE SOMETHING THAT IS MUCH SAFER THAN ANYTHING OUT THERE… Dr. Woods Pure Castile Lavender soap.
ALWAYS SOAP NECK FIRST THEN THE BODY. LEAVE SOAP ON FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES & RINSE REALLY WELL. DEAD, SUFFOCATED FLEAS WILL RINSE OFF. USE THE FLEA COMB GENTLY TO REMOVE THEM IF THEY ARE STUCK ON FUR. REPEAT THIS PROCESS 3 x WEEK.
FLEA COMB
Also use flea comb… you can get that at Walmart in “cat”section…
OR YOU CAN GET ONE OF THESE FROM E BAY TO HAVE ON HAND AS IT TAKES A LONG TIME TO GET THESE COMBS & I HAVE NOT SEEN THEM LOCALLY
AFTER BATHING, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU USE BLOW DRYER ON LOW TO DRY KITTENS & PUPPIES OFF & PROVIDE EXTRA WARMTH AFTER THEY ARE DRY & UNTIL THEIR BODY TEMPERATURE RAISED BACK TO NORMAL AND THEY STOP SHIVERING, ESPECIALLY KITTENS !
How to Say Goodbye to Fleas
By Kate Bendix, Writer and Author of My Itchy Dog, The Dog Diet and founder of Worm Counts for Dogs
If you’re looking for a natural and proven way to kill and keep on top of fleas and mites, both on your pets and around the home and garden, look no further. Introducing the parasite-killing dream team; neem and diatomaceous earth. Both will kill and keep down fleas, mites, bed bugs and mosquitos by killing their eggs, larvae (and the adults!).
How do you treat your dog or cat if they have fleas?
Neem Oil
Neem is derived from the neem tree (the best can be found in India). You can eat the leaf and use its oil externally in shampoos and sprays.
Neem oil affects the parasite’s central nervous system, disorientating them and taking away their sex drive. As a result, they become confused and have no desire to reproduce.
The number one rule with neem oil is to buy organic, preferably from India. Warning, it must smell a bit like bad cabbage! If it smells lovely, it’s had the active ingredient taken out, plus it may have added essential oils, which can be harmful to cats.
The first thing to do is bathe the dog in a good neem shampoo. Leave it on for ten minutes or as long as you can, and then rinse off.
With cats, you can do two things; shampoo them or put pure neem oil on the back of their necks, right on the skin. Rub a little onto the inside of their ears, only the top part, under the chin, and the base of the tail is good too if you can get your cat to comply. Make sure to rub it right in on the skin until it’s absorbed.
It is important to note that essential oils can be fatal to cats because they lick a lot, it is possible they may ingest an oil that’s for external use only. Neem is not an essential oil, so you can use it, just use sparingly and always rub any neem oil into the skin until it’s fully absorbed.
Secondly, you can make up a spray of neem oil and spritz them where the fur is sparse, the groin, armpits and belly. It won’t smell the best, but if you rub it right in, it will go on a parasite rampage for you. Neem degrades in water, so only mix what you can use in 24 hours. The rule of thumb is 5ml of neem to 1 liter of water, (5 ml of Neem & 4 cups of water ) with a few drops of liquid soap to emulsify the mix. You can make less spray since the potency of this mixture is good only for 24 hrs.
1 cup of water & add 1.25 ml of Neem oil
Spray once a week after that or until your infestation has gone.
Wash any bedding and blankets where your pets sleep on as high a temperature as the care label allows. Then spray a little of the neem spray in their bedding (do a patch test first on an area you can’t see). You can mix it with a little lavender oil because the cat won’t be able to lick it off bedding, for example.
Spray every few days, and this will help protect your home from fleas. You can also use the spray on soft furnishings, but you must test a small area first so as not to damage fabrics.
NOTE:
Neem oil is for external use, and neem leaf is for internal use. Never confuse oil with bark. Always rub neem oil into the skin until it’s fully absorbed.
Diatomaceous Earth is made of diatoms, an algae found in rocks and stone, whose outer layer is made of silica.
Diatomaceous earth, or DE as it is commonly known, is predominantly made up of silica which is effectively microscopic razor blades. They slice into exoskeletons, egg casings and larvae cocoons in order to dehydrate parasites to death.
As DE is such a fine powder, it can cause irritation to the lungs, eyes and skin, so dusting the dog or cat with it is not recommended. You don’t want either of you inhaling it, and it won’t be effective anyway. Therefore, DE is best saved for use in the home and garden.
If your dog or cat has fleas, your home is infested too. So, how do you protect your home?
Larvae, eggs, and cocoons love your floors, especially the cracks. Sprinkle DE onto your hard floors into the cracks and where the skirting boards meet the floor. Ensure you sprinkle DE near to the floor, not from a height and wear a mask. Also, sprinkle it outside on the patio or decking. Brush it into the cracks with a broom and leave for a couple of days. Vacuum it all up, then repeat. Any parasites in whatever life stage they’re in will be gone.
READ THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE HERE… HOW TO SAY GOODBY TO FLEAS
References:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9561713/
Guerrini, V.H. and Kriticos, C.M. (1998). Effects of azadirachtin on Ctenocephalides felis in the dog and the cat. Veterinary Parasitology, [online] 74(2-4), pp.289–297. doi:10.1016/s0304-4017(97)00042-3
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8706096/
Zeni, V., Baliota, G.V., Benelli, G., Canale, A. and Athanassiou, C.G. (2021). Diatomaceous Earth for Arthropod Pest Control: Back to the Future. Molecules, [online] 26(24), p.7487. doi:10.3390
HOMEOPATHY
FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO WANT EASY PREVENTION & THINK OF USING THOSE MONTHLY PILLS OR CHEWS! DO NOT USE THOSE ARE TOXIC! I HAVE SEPARATE FILE TALKING ABOUT HOW BAD THOSE ARE. HERE IS HOW THEY WORK SO YOU UNDERSTAND WHY THEY ARE NOT TO BE USED IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR PET. ONCE PET INGESTS THE PILL OR CHEW, THE POISON GOES IN THE BLOOD STREAM AND KEEPS CIRCULATING LONG TERM UP TO 3 MONTHS OR LONGER POISONING YOUR PETS BLOOD & FLEAS/TICKS SUCK ON PET’S POISONED BLOOD & DIE FROM POISONING! THESE FLEA REMEDIES SHOULD NOT BE ON THE MARKET! HERE IS YOUR SAFE ALTERNATIVE TO THOSE LONG TERM RELEASE PILLS…
DOSAGE…
HOLISTIC PILLS REQUIRE SPECIAL HANDLING AS THEY CANNOT BE TOUCHED WITH BARE HANDS. USE DISPOSABLE GLOVES THAT YOU CAN RE USE. OILS IN HUMAN FINGERTIPS CANCEL THE MEDICINAL POTENCY OF HOMEOPATHY PILLS!
BREWER YEAST
ADDING BREWER YEAST FLAKES TO FOOD IS SOMETHING I DO NOT ADVISE & I WILL NOT ELABORATE ON HERE AS MY PRIMARY FOCUS IS TO TELL YOU OF WHAT I DO RECOMMEND & WHY… & GIVE YOU SAFER ALTERNATIVES SO THAT YOU CAN MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE IN SELECTING WHAT IS BEST FOR YOU & YOUR PET. The Pet Food Industry and Pet Supplement Industry wants you to believe brewer’s yeast is good for your dog and cat. The industry promotes brewer’s yeast as a desirable ingredient to repel fleas, aid appetite, support fur and skin health. All good right? Wrong. Truth… The pet industry fails to divulge the rest of the story – the FACT that… Brewer’s yeast can trigger and contribute to health issues and conditions.
NATURAL SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER
YOUR NEXT LONG TERM DEFENSE AGAINST FLEAS & TICKS…
IF YOU NEED A LONG TERM FLEA, TICK & MOSQUITO REPELLENT THEN BELOW SHAMPOO IS REALLY GOOD FOR THAT AS IT REPELS THE ABOVE MENTIONED FOR UP TO 2 MONTHS.
PET PROTECTOR TAG
SOMETHING THAT MANY OF YOU MAY NEVER HEARD OF YET IT IS VERY EFFECTIVE… THIS TAG LAST UP TO 4 YEARS.
THIS IS THE BRAND I USED… SAME TAG IS USED FOR CATS & DOGS
YOU CAN ALSO MAKE YOUR OWN NATURAL RECHARGEABLE COLLARS. HOWEVER, BE CAREFUL USING ESSENTIAL OILS AS NOT ALL OILS ARE SAFE FOR CATS & DOG & SOME THAT ARE SAFE FOR DOGS ARE NOT SAFE FOR CATS SO USE CAUTION. Refer to Essential Oils & Reflexology
YOU CAN ALSO MAKE YOUR OWN REPELLENT SPRAY…
AMBER COLAR
AMBER COLLAR IS ANOTHER FAVORITE… FUNCTIONAL & VERY PRETTY
CHOSE COLARS THAT HAVE ADDED GEM STONES: ROSE QUARTZ, AMETHYST & CARNELIAN
COLARS WILL THOSE GEMSTONES WILL HAVE MORE POWER TO REPEL FLEAS & TICKS
READ MORE ON GEMS FOR FLEAS PAGE…
I really like this type of amber collar as other gem stones are added to the colar for added protection from tiny pests
This vendor can incorporate Rose Quartz, Chevron Amethyst & Carnelian to make this colar even more powerful, as well as make breakaway collars for cats
Here is another source that sells amber colars with some added protection from different gem stones…
FLEAS IN YOUR HOME
Diatomaceous Earth
Diatomaceous Earth is made of diatoms, an algae found in rocks and stone, whose outer layer is made of silica.
Diatomaceous earth, or DE as it is commonly known, is predominantly made up of silica which is effectively microscopic razor blades. They slice into exoskeletons, egg casings and larvae cocoons in order to dehydrate parasites to death.
As DE is such a fine powder, it can cause irritation to the lungs, eyes and skin, so dusting the dog or cat with it is not recommended. You don’t want either of you inhaling it, and it won’t be effective anyway. Therefore, DE is best saved for use in the home and garden.
If your dog or cat has fleas, your home is infested too. So, how do you protect your home?
Larvae, eggs, and cocoons love your floors, especially the cracks. Sprinkle DE onto your hard floors into the cracks and where the skirting boards meet the floor. Ensure you sprinkle DE near to the floor, not from a height and wear a mask. Also, sprinkle it outside on the patio or decking. Brush it into the cracks with a broom and leave for a couple of days. Vacuum it all up, then repeat. Any parasites in whatever life stage they’re in will be gone.
Read more about DM
http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
THESE ARE HOUSEHOLD USES…
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FLEAS & TICKS IN YOUR YARD
HERB PLANTS
CAT NIP posseses flea repellant properties that have successfully worked in repelling fleas from pets, especially cats.
CHAMOMILE aids from its nutritional value and is used in a variety of ways, topically, internally or as effective flea repellents.
LAVENDER is well known insect repellant.
LEMONGRASS
PEPPERMINT is highly effective insect repellant. It will keep a wide variety of insects away, yet it is safe for pets.
ROSEMARY
Plant some flea repellent plants that are safe around pets as above mentioned.
BENEFITIAL NEMATODES
If your yard is infested you want to use beneficial nematodes… This is what it is…
http://www.buglogical.com/beneficial-nematodes/
This is recommended combo pack…The amount you need to purchase is determined by the size of your yard. Sizing chart is on the right side of this page.
http://www.arbico-organics.com/product/beneficial-nematodes-triple-threat-combo/beneficial-nematodes
Top 8 Flea Myths By Dr. Jean Hofve
Myth #1: A healthy pet won’t get fleas. While not a guarantee, it is true that a healthy animal is a much less attractive host for fleas. That’s one of many good reasons to feed a high quality diet of natural food. However, even a healthy pet can get fleas in heavily infested regions, so keep a watchful eye out and use a natural flea repellent on all at-risk pets.
Myth #2: If I only see a couple of fleas on my pet, then it’s not a big problem. More than 90% of a flea population is in the egg, larval, or pupal (cocoon) stage, all of which take place off the pet, usually in carpet, bedding, or furniture, or shady areas in the yard where your pet (or other critters) hang out. If you see a few fleas, it’s certain that there are hundreds of eggs and immature stages in the environment. The process of producing an adult flea can take weeks or even months. There’s no quick fix, but vigilance and persistence can get rid of even stubborn infestations.”If you see a few fleas, it’s certain that there are hundreds of eggs and immature stages in the environment.
“Myth #3: I don’t have to worry about fleas during winter. Although you may not see them in the winter in cold climates, fleas can live quite comfortably in your house, as well as on wildlife. If your pet or your house had fleas during the warm months, you’re likely to have fleas during the winter months as well. If your pet goes outdoors and may have contact with squirrels, birds, or other wildlife, they can still get fleas. And, of course, fleas live happily in warm climates all year long, so flea control is a year-round battle.
Myth #4: My veterinarian can most effectively treat fleas. It is fine to consult your veterinarian about flea control, but be wary of the chemical flea control products she may recommend (see Myth #5). In addition, veterinarians may not know the best ways to get rid of fleas in the environment. We recommend trying to find a holistic veterinarian who can guide you on natural flea control products. One resource for finding a holistic veterinarian is the directory of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association. “We recommend trying to find a holistic veterinarian who can guide you on natural flea control products.
“Myth #6: Chemical spot-on flea products are an easy and safe way to prevent fleas. They are easy, yes, but they are not necessarily safe. The US Environmental Protection Agency recently (2010) completed an in-depth investigation due to the hundreds of reports of illness and death in pets. Serious adverse effects were reported for every product EPA assessed. EPA is in the process of increasing restrictions on their use. You can read more on the EPA website here.
Myth #7: Chemical flea collars are an easy and safe way to prevent fleas. Flea collars are the least effective control method. Fleas spend most of their time off the animal. Their effects tend not to last very long. Conventional flea collars which use chemicals may contain potentially harmful residues that are transferred to pets’ fur and can be transferred to humans who handle them. The Natural Resource Defense Council is involved in a lawsuit in California to block the sale of these products, some of which contain cancer-causing agents and poisons that linger on fur for weeks. Children are most at risk for neurological damage. A great alternative is natural flea tags, which are effective for most pets and can work for up to two years.
Myth #8: Natural flea control products don’t work. Although many natural flea control products don’t have to go through EPA-mandated tests because they aren’t classified as pesticides, this doesn’t mean that they don’t work. People all over the country use the natural approach to flea control effectively, and although it is not always as easy as using chemicals, you can rest assured that the products are safe for your pet and your family.
