Herbal flea sprays provide a natural alternative to toxic chemicals that are often used to battle flea and tick infestations. Safe and effective, they do not contain Deet or other dangerous pesticides. A holistic approach to flea control and prevention protects your pet from pesky insects without subjecting them to the toxins of other...
Flea powders are considerably less expensive than the popular spot-on products. In addition, they are highly multifunctional and can be used on pets, carpet, bedding, furniture and even in your yard to prevent flea infestation. However, do flea powders work? Effective flea control requires a broad strategy of protecting your pet, home and yard....
While there are many methods of flea control to keep dogs safe and healthy, many of these ways are evolving into products that contain parasiticides. Parasiticides are agents used to kill various kinds of parasites, and sometimes their eggs as well. While parasiticides for dogs are generally considered safe and most dogs do not...
Designed to break the flea cycle on your cat or dog, Program Flavor Tabs are a supplement that your pet ingests with their food to provide flea control all month-long. For most pets, a single chewable flavored tablet provides monthly flea control. The primary active ingredient is Lufenuron, which is an insect development inhibitor....
Flea powders are a convenient way to control fleas without having to consult a veterinarian. You won’t have to fight your pet as is often the case with oral medication, and you don’t have to clean up after a messy dip or bath. In years past, many flea powders were dangerous and often contained...
Recommended by veterinarians for over 30 years, Adams Flea Shampoo is safe enough to use on a regular basis. This shampoo not only kills fleas, ticks, mosquitos and lice, it makes the fur soft and fluffy. Use the shampoo only on cats, kittens, dogs or puppies over 12 weeks old. Although flea collars, powders...
Fleas have four life cycle stages including egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Adult fleas can lay more than 2,000 eggs, and the cycle can completed in warm temperatures in as few as 12 to 15 days. Eggs are laid in batches, usually on your dog or cat, but generally roll onto pet bedding or...
Fleas are a common, frustrating problem for many dog owners, and a number of different products are on the market to rid our furry friends and ourselves from these pests. However, one of the more convenient and effective options are chewable flea treatments. While the quickest way to relieve your dog of a bad...
Touting itself as “America’s Largest Pet Pharmacy,” the scale of 1800PetMeds operation is evidenced by their wide selection flea and tick control products. That said, being the biggest doesn’t always mean being the best, so here’s what you need to know about flea control at 1800PetMeds. The first thing shoppers will notice when visiting...
Effective flea control means balancing toxicity to fleas and safety for pets and people. Homemade natural flea control solutions offer a way to achieve that delicate balance. Diatomaceous earth is one of the least toxic options you can choose for natural flea control. It’s a powder containing the skeletal remains of tiny sea creatures....
If you are concerned that you might have a flea infestation, you may want to try this homemade method for making a flea trap. The trap will let you know whether your concerns are justified and give you a general idea of how bad the infestation is. To setup the trap, simply place reverse...
Fleas can be one of the most annoying aspects of owning a pet. Fortunately, there is a safe and effective way to deal with them. Diatomaceous earth is a naturally occurring substance formed from the shells of diatoms, a type of algae. Diatoms’ silicon shells fall off when they die and fossilize in the...
If all other flea remedies have failed for you, you might consider taking a second look at the new, chewable tablet on the market. Not only is Comfortis FDA approved, it also comes in a beef flavor that your dog is sure to love. It’s not only convenient, but long lasting as well. One...
Two of the most popular flea control products available are Advantage and Frontline Plus. Both come recommended by veterinarians and offer effective flea treatments for household pets. But which is the best product for you? Features Both Advantage and Frontline get to work quickly to kill fleas and break the cycle of infestation. One...
Fleas are dangerous parasites, but especially for kittens because they are much more vulnerable at this stage of their lives. In this short video a practicing veterinarian demonstrates how to diagnose flea problems on kittens. The easiest way to look for fleas on kittens is with a fine tooth flea comb, which are readily...
No bones about it: fleas are a pesky problem for pets. However, the harsh chemicals frequently used to eradicate fleas can also pose potential risks to others and should be avoided. A sizable number of serious animal poisonings related to the overzealous application of traditional flea drop medications have recently been reported by veterinarians....
Fleas are an unhealthy annoyance in many homes. Most often they enter your home on your pets, but they can also find their way in on their own. If you are finding fleas in your home, your infestation is likely a lot worse than you think. The reason being that adult fleas only make...
Manufactured by Pfizer Animal Health, Revolution Flea Control for cats and dogs is a product available only by prescription from veterinarians. Through once-a-month liquid topical applications, it controls not only fleas, but heartworms, ear mites, ticks, sarcoptic mange, and also protects cats from roundworms and hookworms. Revolution is first FDA-approved topically applied parasiticide medication...
If your dog loves the water, you may want to add this technique to your flea control arsenal. Whether you fill the bathtub or take your dog for a swim, if you can keep the water level up to your dogs neck for 15 straight minutes, the fleas will either drown or jump ship....
The Only Natural Pet Store is one of the best places to receive great service, affordable prices, and a wide variety of flea control products all in one spot. Your feline and canine friends will appreciate their all natural formulas too! A BBB Accredited Business since 11/14/2005, the Only Natural Pet Store has an...