How to Get Rid of Fleas on Pets with Lemons

There is little worse for pet owners and pets than to be hit with fleas. Fleas can lay more than a trillion eggs in a matter of months, and their bites can lead to diseases and anemia. Weekly washing of the dog's bedding is a must, and there are some treatments available if you don't want to use any anti-flea chemicals. A lemon-based spray has a chance to work since it contains d-limonene, a natural flea-killing substance.

Things You'll Need

  • 3 whole lemons
  • 1 pot
  • 1 spray bottle
  • Strainer
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Instructions

    • 1

      Cut three whole lemons in half.

    • 2

      Bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil.

    • 3

      Add the cut lemons to the boiling water for 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the mix steep overnight.

    • 4

      Squeeze the lemons and pour the strained mixture into a spray bottle.

    • 5

      Lightly mist the pet each day with the citrus lemon flea repellent. Avoid spraying it around his eyes, but focus on the head area, behind the ears, and the tail.