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How to Exterminate Fleas from Your Dog Forever
If you've tried to figure out how to get rid of fleas on your dog,Villanova Samsung Galaxy S4 i9500 Cases, you've probably deliberated between using natural tMLB Cubs iPhone 4s Casesreatments or chemical treatments.
Most people will seek to Other iPhone 4 Casesuse natural treatments in the first instance because it means less disruption in your own home and spMiddle Tennessee State iPhone 4 Casesares your dog from possible irritation from chemical treatments. However, having been a dog owner for most of my adult life, I've discovered that whether you decide on natural or chemical methods both should be part of a two-prongedPenn State iPhone 4 Cases attack. First, you need to target the fully developed fleas on your dog, which account for 5-10% of all the fleas. Second, you need to target the fleas at other stages of development - egg, larvae,School Samsung Galaxy Note II N7100 Cases, pupae, adult - present on your pet and in the surrounding environment. These make up the other 90-95% of all the fleas. Below is an explanation of these twMLB Athletics iPhone 4 Caseso methods I've used to keep the five dogs I've owned free of fleas for life.
Natural treatments
Your dog will either love or hate this part so it might involve some persuasion. The first step, once you discover your animal has fleas, is to give your dog a bath. If you have some natural pet soap then you're already good to go. If not, you can use baby shampoo as this is less irritating on the animals skin and eyes, but do not use other shampoo meant for people.
Start by wetting your dog's hair and apply the shampoo generously all over the coat. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes. In addition to giving your dog a nice clean appearance, the thick layer of shampoo will suffocate the fleas. You might sDogs and Cats iPhone 4s Casesee some of them moving around on the surface trying to abandon ship. Give yoMonster High iPhone 4 Casesur dog a good rinse and the dead or dying fleas can wash down the drain. Put a new flea collar on your dog if possible and send your dog outside.
The next vital part of tackling the flea infestation is to pull out the vacuum cleaner and clean the living areas. Make sure you clean your entire home, upstairs, downstairs and the basement. Carpets, rugs, furniture and bedding are the most common places for adult fleas and eggs, larvae and pupae to hide out. If you put a flea collar in the vacuum bag it will kill any adult fleas, preventing them from getting back out into the open. Make sure to dispose of the flea collar properly so that the fleas can't re-contaminate any other hapless animal.
The flea infestation will likely take more than a day, and possibly a few weeks, to eliminate so if possible keep up the vacuuming every day. Wash bed linen in hot water and pay special attention to the areas your dog likes to spend its time - such as its own bed or on a blanket on your couch. You need to do this to break the four stage life-cycle of fleas and stop them for good.
Chemical treatments
Your first line of defense against fleas, as mentioned above, is a flea collar. This works by emitting a toxic (to fleas) gas which will kill adult fleas around your dog's head and neck.
If you visit your local veterinarian or pet supply store you can purchase a wide range of fairly inexpensive products to help tackle fleas. Flea spraNorthern Arizona iPhone 4s Casesys and flea powders, for example, can be used on your dog and around the house. These products are toxic to tMLB All Stars iPhone 4s Caseshe fleas but harmless to humans although there is always the possibility of allergic reactions. If using these products yourself, it's advisable to make sure the area is well ventilated beforehand and you wear a protective mask to prevent excessive inhalation of the products.
These products typically do a great job in killing fleas. As a preventative measure, you can also apple a topical flea treatment on your do. These vet-prescribed and over-the-counter products kill adult fleas (and ticks) and stop them laying eggs. Most packages contain enough product for multiple treatments.
Chemical flea dips are another option for treating your dog. Similar to a normal pet bath, your local veterinarian can administer this special wash to eliminate fleas, ticks and any othVMI iPhone 4s Caseser nasties hiding in your dog's hair. This is a more intense wash and although effective it is not always advisable if your dog has sensitive skin.
Bringing in the professionals is probably the last resort. It's also the most expensive and invasive method of getting rid of the fleas. However, if you feel the problem has gotten out of hand, this may be the best solution for your peace of mind.
Professional pest controllers have access to powerful chemical compounds which will often help neutralize the problem quickly. Most, if not all, professionals can provide a guarantee with their work,Temple Samsung Galaxy S3 i9300 Cases, in case a second treatment is required.
Deciding whether to use natural or chemical methods is a personal choice. The best solution to get rid of fleas on dogs is to do what works for you and your animal depending on the degree of infestation. This might mean using a mixture of several methods. If in doubt, you might like to speak to a friend with pets or consult your veterinarian who will be happy to help and offer professional advice.
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