A few days ago the EPA announced it was stepping up its investigation of flea and tick products having an adverse effect on some animals.
Here is the original report: http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/health/flea-tick-control.html
And here is the Human Societies page on What You Should Know About Flea Products: http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/what_you_should_know_about_flea_and_tick_products/
Also NBC in Los Angeles did a pretty good investigative job: http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Pet_Products_Concern.html.
So what do YOU think? Have you had success keeping your pets flea free? How do you feel about the prescription and over-the-counter treatments currently offered?
Let us know.
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I am attaching a homemade dog spray that I use daily after grooming/combing fur. Usually apply around tail area and comb in . Be sure to shake spray bottle before each usage.
Is great for preventing fleas & ticks & makes dog smell better was well.
I have a large yorkie and a small pom.
Hope this works for you all as well.
Ron Hoover
Dog - FLEA & TICK SPRAY
Plastic Spray container - approx. 32 oz
½ cup - Avon Skin So Soft = Any Avon Dealer
1 tablespoon Tea Tree Oil = Source Whole Foods
½ cup - Rubbing Alcohol = Cheapest Brand @ Walmart
Fill ½ spray container with warm water , add alcohol , add Skin So Soft & Tea Tree Oil . Shake and fill to ¾ container with water.
I've have great results with a homeopathic, natural collar for our mini-schnauzer here near the coast in Maine. Its tick and flea infested territory but no sign of them once we put the collar on.
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