Healthy Byte: Make Your Own Non-toxic Flea Killer

Healthy Child
Monday, June 22, 2009

When pesky fleas hop a ride on a pooch or kitty, pet owners often rush out to buy sprays, flea collars, powders, foggers, and bombs, or have the vet dunk the animal in flea repellent.

Posted by Peita Gardiman  on  06/23  at  06:15 PM

I am interested in trying this out but I am unsure about how well or how long it would work. I live in Australia, near bush, which has a huge amount of fleas, with two dogs and I spend a fortune on flea protection. I am very conscious of chemicals in our house but also very worried about being infested with fleas??

Posted by Elena Moroz  on  08/18  at  09:32 AM

Does this also work for ticks?

Posted by Elisa B.  on  10/04  at  10:29 AM

I have also read that putting a bit of vinegar in their drinking water keeps fleas away. Has anyone tried this? Does it work?

Posted by Jungle Crib Bedding  on  11/18  at  02:14 AM

Thanks a lot for this info. I’ve been looking for a natural flea killer as the one I buy from the vets is SUPER strong. It’s so strong, my dog actually goes a little bit “loopy” as soon as we put it on him. He goes round and round and couldn’t settle at all. And the house smelled of pesticide as well. Got really worried for both my dog and toddler, so got rid of it after less than 5 minutes.

Now off I go to try this one. Again, thanks

Posted by alert one life stations  on  03/02  at  10:05 AM

The recipe is simple and straightforward.
It’s something even I could do (glad I don’t have to cook or bake it, ha).
And the dog seems just fine with all the attention.
This is definitely something I can (and WILL) whip up this weekend. (It’s getting warmer here in Kentucky.)
Thanks!