There's a wide variety of different myths surrounding pet care that have continued to spread amongst pet owners, some as old as the 1950's. One of the big ones involves a cure-all "organic" dog flea solution. This flea removal myth comes from the belief that organic practices are somehow more 'pure' and sometimes even more effective than any synthetic/non-organic pet product. The organic dog flea solution may also come from the misguided principle that all the currently available flea treatment products are potentially harmful to your pet. After a recent email asking for clarification on whether or not using all organic/natural flea treatments can be an effective alternative to chemical based products we decided to weigh in on the phenomenon.
When first confronting your dogs' flea problem, you can actually find some success by taking an all out organic attack on the pests, though results will vary dependent on the level of infestation, the breed and health of your pet and also the environment that your pet lives in. Many pet owners think that going organic simply means limiting your options to giving your pet an organic-based flea shampoo bath followed by manually removing fleas from your pet using a comb + brush combo.
While it is true that using organic based products is typically a safe bet you can make when purchasing products you need to keep in mind that sometimes it might not be enough. If you only buy all-organic pet products, you may be worsening your dogs' flea problem considerably by setting these limitations. While an all-organic based flea shampoo bath is a good start, your pet will need more than just a bath to keep the parasites away for good. Besides, in order for this approach to work you'd need to give your pet a bath on a pretty regular basis which is a strain on spare-time not to mention water resources.
Treating your pets flea problem means more than just removing the pests from your four-legged friend, it also involves making sure that they won't return anytime soon. The main way to do this involves a proper cleaning of your home and/or your pets' living area. Making sure that there aren't any lingering flea eggs or larvae will mean your pet will be able to stay parasite free.
Not only should you keep a clean living environment for your pet, it is also important to keep a well-maintained lawn/yard for them to play in. Regular lawn-mowings and plant trimmings will stop parasites from harvesting in the tall-grass and weeds. You should also take your pets bedding and wash it using hot water, making sure that it has ample time in the sun to dry before putting it back in its home. Vacuuming any carpets or rugs in your home on a regular basis is another important step in preventing fleas from infesting your pet after you've removed them the first time.
By combining both organic and non-organic tactics you'll be best prepared for treating any flea infestation so that it will never return. If you're determined to stick with purely-natural remedies than a combination of various at-home remedies should be explored from applying diatomaceous earth to different types of all-natural baths available for your pet. The amount of time that is necessary to be successful in treating a flea outbreak using only natural or organic treatments is high, but if you don't mind spending the time it can be a rewarding experience for both you and your pet. - 29895
When first confronting your dogs' flea problem, you can actually find some success by taking an all out organic attack on the pests, though results will vary dependent on the level of infestation, the breed and health of your pet and also the environment that your pet lives in. Many pet owners think that going organic simply means limiting your options to giving your pet an organic-based flea shampoo bath followed by manually removing fleas from your pet using a comb + brush combo.
While it is true that using organic based products is typically a safe bet you can make when purchasing products you need to keep in mind that sometimes it might not be enough. If you only buy all-organic pet products, you may be worsening your dogs' flea problem considerably by setting these limitations. While an all-organic based flea shampoo bath is a good start, your pet will need more than just a bath to keep the parasites away for good. Besides, in order for this approach to work you'd need to give your pet a bath on a pretty regular basis which is a strain on spare-time not to mention water resources.
Treating your pets flea problem means more than just removing the pests from your four-legged friend, it also involves making sure that they won't return anytime soon. The main way to do this involves a proper cleaning of your home and/or your pets' living area. Making sure that there aren't any lingering flea eggs or larvae will mean your pet will be able to stay parasite free.
Not only should you keep a clean living environment for your pet, it is also important to keep a well-maintained lawn/yard for them to play in. Regular lawn-mowings and plant trimmings will stop parasites from harvesting in the tall-grass and weeds. You should also take your pets bedding and wash it using hot water, making sure that it has ample time in the sun to dry before putting it back in its home. Vacuuming any carpets or rugs in your home on a regular basis is another important step in preventing fleas from infesting your pet after you've removed them the first time.
By combining both organic and non-organic tactics you'll be best prepared for treating any flea infestation so that it will never return. If you're determined to stick with purely-natural remedies than a combination of various at-home remedies should be explored from applying diatomaceous earth to different types of all-natural baths available for your pet. The amount of time that is necessary to be successful in treating a flea outbreak using only natural or organic treatments is high, but if you don't mind spending the time it can be a rewarding experience for both you and your pet. - 29895
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