Flea bites are a nuisance to your pets. Thankfully, various treatments are available that will effectively kill fleas, but not all treatments are built equally. Here are some treatments you should be on the lookout for.
Flea sprays are by far the easiest products for you to use on your pets. They are easy to apply and not as messy as some of the other alternatives. These treatments usually contain a flea insecticide called Pyrethrin and are sprayed onto your pet's coat. Pyrethrin kills fleas by attacking their nervous systems. Although these sprays will effectively kill adult fleas, they do not kill any larvae or eggs.
Flea collars are probably the most well-known of all the different flea treatments. Collars either come over the back or, in some cases, clip onto your pet's neck. The flea collars contain a pesticide that slowly kills fleas that get caught within the collar. The pesticides in these collars are usually effective and can be combined with other treatments, such as shampoo or spray.
Flea shampoos are designed to be applied to your pet's coat. These shampoos are usually designed to kill adult fleas and prevent new fleas from being born. These shampoos usually contain an insecticide called Pyrimethamine. Pyrimethamine works within the pet's hair follicles and is usually effective at killing fleas in a short time.
Flea foggers are not something you will use on your pets as a regular practice. Flea foggers contain insecticides and are used against fleas in carpets or other wide areas where they can crawl or hide. The insecticide used in most flea foggers is Imidacloprid which is an organic chemical that kills the fleas by paralyzing them. The fogger sprays a fine mist of the insecticide onto the floor of the room to kill any nearby adult fleas. These foggers can be expensive but work well for killing adult fleas.
Flea-repelling plants are used as a natural way to repel fleas. These plants have been known to have a wide range of benefits for your pets and are great for your home. Once you have the pet flea-repelling plant in place, you will notice that the fleas will refrain from feeding or nesting on your pet.
Diatomaceous earth is a natural way of causing an imbalance in your pet's gut. The diatomaceous earth will kill some insects and other little critters you do not want near you. Treating your pets with diatomaceous earth is important due to the way in which it will kill off the fleas on them. These treatments are usually effective, and although it is not a popular treatment for fleas, does work when used properly.
Bathing your pet will not only help remove any loose flea particles but also allow you to use a flea treatment. Fleas become highly dependent on their hosts, and if they are removed from the host, they will die without having the ability to feed. Bathing your pet can effectively kill off any adult fleas that might be left alive after using a spray or shampoo.
Baking soda is a popular and effective flea treatment that has been proven to be highly effective. This is an easy way for you to deal with the fleas that are living on your pets. You must lightly sprinkle baking soda onto your pet's coat and let it sit for about twenty minutes. Then wash it off, and the fleas will disappear without a trace.
Citrus is another effective way of dealing with fleas on your pets. Citrus ailments are great because they are natural and require little effort on your part. Citrus is a great way to treat fleas because it will help kill the fleas on your pet and keep new fleas from developing. This can be a very effective treatment for pets living in hot and humid climates.
Dish soap will effectively kill all active fleas on your pet. This will usually be effective when used in conjunction with other treatments such as sprays, shampoos, and collars.
Placing dish soap in a spray bottle and spraying it onto your pet's coat is a very effective way to help control the fleas that are living on your pets. Just make sure you are treating your pets only once every month or so.
In conclusion, there are numerous flea treatments that you can use on your pets. Some will be more effective than others, but the important thing is that you treat your pets. Most of these treatments are easy to use and don't require a lot of work on your part.
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