There are several home remedies that can help kill fleas on dogs. Here are some of the most effective ones:
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Diatomaceous Earth: This is a non-toxic powder made from fossilized organisms called diatoms. It can break apart flea eggs and dry them out before they hatch.
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Apple Cider Vinegar: You can create a homemade flea treatment by mixing six cups of apple cider vinegar, four cups of water, and a pinch of salt. Spray the mixture on your dogs coat, avoiding the eyes and wounds.
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Lemon Juice: Boil a lemon (cut into wedges) and a few rosemary sprigs in eight ounces of water for a few minutes. Let it cool, and add it to a spray bottle. Spray the mixture on your dogs coat and areas around your home.
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Essential Oils: Certain essential oils like citronella, eucalyptus, peppermint, tea tree, and rosemary can naturally repel fleas. Dilute a few drops of your chosen essential oil into 300ml-400ml of water and spray directly onto your dogs coat.
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Coconut Oil: Coconut oil contains a fatty acid called lauric acid, which can kill fleas. Rub coconut oil on your dogs coat.
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Garlic: Garlic is a potent home remedy for fleas on dogs. You can turn it into garlic water and spray it all around your yard. Fleas have an instinctual hatred toward garlic, which is why it works wonders as an auxiliary natural flea repellent.
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Brewers Yeast: Some sources recommend giving dogs brewers yeast to help repel fleas. While the science behind this is slight, anecdotally, it seems to help, although it takes time to start working.
Its important to note that some essential oils can be toxic to dogs, including tea tree oil, pennyroyal, pine oils, and wintergreen oils. Always check with your vet before trying any new home remedies on your dog. Additionally, keeping your dogs coat clean with a flea comb is essential to getting rid of fleas.
