Cheap Remedies To Fight Fleas

Fleas can infest your pet and its environment. If the animal scratches and nibbles in a compulsive way, to the point of causing injury, it is likely that it has fleas. You have to do a thorough check of the coat and skin and remove them as soon as possible. The flea bite is not harmless. In animals, flea saliva can trigger an allergic reaction. You must know that these parasites also pose a threat to humans, especially if they have infested the house. The spread of fleas peaks in the warm season. But be careful because fleas don’t go on vacation! It doesn’t matter if it’s hot or cold outside because the climate inside your home is always ideal for these pests.

Pipettes, collars or other chemicals are usually used regardless of the price, which is generally quite high. On average, the effect of these pesticides lasts about a month. Today we want to tell you about the natural, and cheaper, remedies to get rid of these annoying tenants.

Some inexpensive alternatives for fleas

First of all, it must be said that it takes time to get rid of these parasites that feed on the blood of mammals and birds. Magic doesn’t exist, you know.

There are tons of home remedies for fleas that have become famous through word of mouth or social networks. If you search on the internet you can find hundreds of them. That everyone talks about it does not mean that the results have been scientifically proven. You have to be very careful because not all of these remedies are harmless. Before using them, ask your veterinarian for advice.

We present some products that can be applied directly to the animal’s skin and others that can be used in the environment you share with them:

– Lemon is a natural repellent that keeps fleas away.  Remember that you cannot apply it directly to your pet as it can irritate the skin. It is fine if you use it in the environment instead.

How to do? In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and several lemons cut in half (if you have a large container, you can put 12 halves). Cover the pot with a lid and let it rest for at least four hours. With the help of a sprayer, moisten the areas of the house where your pet moves. This liquid is also great for cleaning floors. It is an excellent remedy that allows you to protect all the “critical” points of the house.

-If you have time and patience you can put into practice this precious advice to free the house from fleas. Use a low-sided container filled with hot water and detergent (for dishes or floors). You need to know that fleas are attracted to heat sources. They will dive en masse into this makeshift pool. The detergent is used to “sink” the parasites. An alternative, which is based on the same principle, is to place a lighted lamp next to the container. The fleas will be attracted to the heat emitted by the lamp and you don’t have to worry if the water in the container cools.

The plant world is your ally against fleas

There are many flea repellent herbs and herbs. You can plant them in the garden or in pots. Lemongrass is the perfect ally. It doesn’t just keep fleas away, but mosquitoes and other insects as well… and on top of that it smells good. Other plants are: lavender, thyme, chamomile, coriander, mint, rosemary, lemon verbena and mint.

With these allies you can work out various remedies

-Cut the leaves and place them in non-synthetic fabric bags that let the perfume escape. Distribute them in all those areas that your pet frequents.

-Prepare some infusions. They are perfect for rinsing when you bathe your dog. In the interval between a bath and another, you can spray the herbal teas on the animal to make the repellent effect last. Do not spray lemongrass on cats. Licking themselves, they could accidentally ingest it and run into gastrointestinal problems.

-Essential oils can be useful for making flea collars. Get an untreated felt collar and impregnate it with a blend of these oils and pure alcohol.

Finally, when you want to get rid of these annoying tenants, look for the least aggressive solutions for your pet, the environment and the whole family. The advice we have given you will help you to have a healthier home.