What Can I Spray My Dog Pen With to Kill Fleas?

There are few things more disheartening for a dog owner than seeing your pet endlessly scratching and scratching because fleas have invaded your home. Putting an end to flea problems can oftentimes be frustrating and difficult. However, by using the right products and treating the area, you can take the first steps in getting control of your flea problem and moving toward a flea-free home.

  1. Flea Treatment Sprays and Powders

    • Your local pet store and even your local super store carries a variety of flea treatments that can be used to treat your dog's pen. Look for products that say things like "carpet spray," "carpet treatment" or "room spray" on the label when looking for a treatment for your pet's pen. There are also treatments in powder form that are available and can be sprinkled over the area. Read the instructions completely before using the product, as many have very specific details about when to reintroduce your dog to a treated area.

    Home Remedies

    • There are other things you can use to treat your dog's pen that you may have laying around your home. For instance, Grandma's Home Remedies recommends using a vinegar-water spray to treat the area. Mix together equal parts of white vinegar and water and pour the mixture into a spray bottle. Spray the entire area with the mixture and let it dry completely. You can also use Avon Skin-so-Soft on the area in the pen. Mix together 1.5 oz. of Skin-so-Soft and a gallon of water and spray it in the dog's pen. Borax can also be used as a treatment for your dog's pen, notes Dr. Sherry Weaver from Cesar's Way.

    Natural Remedies

    • There are many essential oils than can also be sprayed in your dog's pen to kill fleas and prevent infestations, according to Family Herbal Remedies. Pennyroyal, eucalyptus, cedar and citronella oils have all been found to be efficient flea treatments. Minty essential oils, like peppermint and wintergreen, work as flea treatments as well. You can also keep cedar shavings in your dog's pen area to ward off fleas. When using natural remedies, keep an eye on your pet to make sure he does not develop any sores or rashes that would indicate he is allergic to the substance you are using.

    Before You Treat

    • Treating your dog's pen is not the only step you should be taking to rid your home of a flea infestation. First, treat your lawn with a pesticide to prevent your dog from bringing fleas into your home. You also need to treat your dog for fleas by using flea shampoos and treatments, says The Daily Puppy. Lastly, you need to thoroughly clean your home by vacuuming carpets and fabric surfaces and wiping down flat surfaces. By attacking your flea problem on multiple levels, you will better ensure that the problem will not persist.