Fleas can be a real nuisance when they infest your home and even worse when they affect your dog.
They are small insects that feed on blood and have no wings, hence cannot fly but they can jump from one place to another.
This makes it very easy for your dog to be affected if he is exposed to a host. Fleas normally lay hundreds of eggs on their host and even transmit diseases.
They are considered to be a real threat to pets and your entire family in general.
However, you should not despair if your dog is attacked by fleas because there are countless chemical products that can help you counterattack the fleas.
Before you go about exposing your furry friend to chemical products, check out some of the natural home remedies that you can use to get rid of fleas on your dog fast.
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1. Make some lemon spray
Lemons can be used to get rid of fleas on your dog and also around the house. You can easily make this fleas spray using lemons at home.
Simply cut thin slices of lemon and add them in boiling water. This will make a concentrated citrus solution which you should let to sit overnight.
The following day pour the contents into a spray bottle and use it to spray on the flea infested areas in your house.
You can also spray your dog with the citrus solution. Only proceed in moderation and take caution not to spray him in the eyes. Make sure to spray all his favorite spots in the house as well.
2. Give your dog some Apple Cider Vinegar
You can also treat your dog from the inside out by giving him some doses of Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV).
This will make him taste unpleasant to fleas because fleas can’t stand the acidity on his skin. All you need to do is to mix a teaspoon of ACV to every quart of water.
Consult your vet to find out the correct amount you should give your dog based on how much he weighs.
If your puppy rejects the ACV and water solution, you can put relatively smaller amounts in his drinking water and continue increasing the same as he gets used to it.
You can also make vinegar flea spray by mixing vinegar with water (for every one cup of vinegar use one cup of water). Put the solution in a spray bottle and sprinkle it over your furry friend.
Make sure to also spray around your furniture and other spots where your dog visits frequently.
3. Spray your dog with some vinegar flea spray
Vinegar has a number of uses around the home as it is a wonderful cleaning solution.
However, you can also use vinegar to get rid of fleas on your dog because fleas happen to dislike the smell of vinegar. You just need to get a clean spray bottle, some clean water and vinegar and you are good to go.
Mix the vinegar with water on a 1:1 ratio but if your dog is uncomfortable with the smell, you can dilute the concentration to at least a 1:3 ratio.
Next, spray your puppy using this vinegar solution and ensure not to spray him in the eyes or anywhere he has open sores.
You can take him outside in the sun to let his fur coat dry up.
In case you have a hard time using the spray bottle on your dog, you can get a clean cloth, dip it in the vinegar solution and use it to wipe your dog. This will also effectively get rid of any fleas on his fur.
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4. Purify using salt
Salt is another very effective purifying agent that can easily help you to get rid of fleas in your house and on your dog.
Simply make a water and salt solution and use it to clean your house and anywhere that your dog spends most of his time while in the house.
Use the salt and water solution to clean the tiles and floors around where your dog normally sleeps.
You can also add some salt in your puppy’s bath water to help get rid of the fleas on his coat.
5. Invest in flea repellent shampoos for dogs
There is quite a number of flea repellent shampoos for dogs in the market. You can get your dog one and use it when bathing him.
If you cannot be able to access one, you have no need to worry. Simply make your own flea repellent shampoo from the one you already have.
Enhance your dog shampoo using natural lemon juice. Add a half a cup of shampoo to half a cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice and add at least 2 cups of water.
Use the home made shampoo to wash your pet at least once each week. This should get rid of any fleas on his skin within no time.
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6. Use a flea comb
A flea comb is one of the easiest home remedies you can apply to help you get rid of fleas on your dog.
You can get a good flea comb that will effectively remove all eggs and fleas on your pet. A flea comb is good for your dog because it also leaves him neat and well-groomed.
If your dog’s breed is the type that has long hair and a thick coat, make sure that his hair is not tangled up before you begin using the flea comb on him.
In order to make the process effective, you can first wash your dog using the home made flea repellent shampoo, and then take him out in the sun to dry as you use the flea comb on him.
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7. Clean your dog’s bedding
It would amount to nothing to only treat your dog and forget his surroundings. You need to get rid of fleas in every corner of your house where your dog has access to.
The best place to begin with is his beddings. Fleas cannot survive under high temperatures.
Take your dog’s sleeping basket outside when the sun is high up in the sky to get rid of any fleas on it.
As for your dog’s sleeping rugs, soak them in hot water for a few minutes before washing them in salty water. This will kill all fleas and any eggs present in the basket and beddings.
8. Neutralize the environment using boric acid powder
Fleas generally hate any acidic environment. You can use boric acid powder to clean areas around your house that have no access to direct sunlight and the humidity is high.
Fleas like to hide in humid areas hence the boric acid powder will help to neutralize the eggs and any surviving larvae of the fleas.
Take the necessary precautionary measures to make sure that your dog does not ingest the boric acid powder.
Immediately vacuum clean all the debris and traces of boric acid powder to maintain a safe environment for your dog.
9. Make your dog an improvised flea repellent collar
An improvised flea repellent collar should be quite simple for you to make on your own at home.
Use a few drops of essential oils like lavender oil or tea tree oil and apply the solution on your dog’s collar.
You can also take a light piece of cloth or clean handkerchief and sprinkle the essential oils on it. Then just tie it around your dog’s neck. It should help you to keep the flees away from your dog.
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10. Vacuum clean the floor regularly
Your dog is most certainly very active and moves around the house.
Once you have taken him through the any of the above mentioned flea treatments, you also need to vacuum clean the floor. This will greatly reduce the possibility of fleas around your home.
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Conclusion
In a nutshell, make sure that you consult your vet before using any essential oils on your dog. This is because high quantities may be harmful to your pet.
The other home remedies are very simple to follow through. Repeat them at least twice or thrice in order to effectively get rid of fleas on your dog.
