How to Kill Fleas Safely and Naturally

Killing fleas can be a difficult thing to do, especially if you want to get rid of fleas without using chemicals. However, it is easy to learn how to get rid of fleas naturally, and to control fleas without using harsh chemicals. Keeping your pet flea free is one of the most important steps to killing fleas safely and naturally. Do that first, and your home will become flea free as well.

Things You'll Need

  • Diatomaceous earth
  • Vaccum cleaner
  • Pet shampoo
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Instructions

    • 1
      Your vacuum is your first line of defense against fleas.

      Vacuum your house carefully and thoroughly. Make sure you vacuum furniture, mattresses and any other places where fleas can be hiding. Do this every two weeks so as to eliminate both the adult fleas and their eggs.

    • 2

      Bathe your dog or cat or other animals that might have brought the fleas home. Use a flea shampoo on your dog or cat and leave the shampoo on for at least five minutes to give the fleas time to drown. After bathing your companion animal, dry as usual and use a flea comb to search through his coat and drop any fleas you see in rubbing alcohol or a cup of water to which drops of soap have been added.

    • 3

      Apply diatomaceous earth to the carpets and to your pets. This is a natural substance that has fossilized algae remains. The hard shells of diatomaceous earth destroy the exoskeleton of the fleas, killing fleas immediately. The diatomaceous earth is completely healthy for humans, and is actually used in some food (like flour) to keep insects out. Make sure you use food grade diatomaceous earth and not swimming pool grade.