Natural Flea Repellents for Your Pets and Home
by
Katherine Smith, DVM, CVA, CVSMT

An increasing number of people are interested in cleaning products deemed “non-toxic” or “natural,” so it’s no surprise that pet parents might look for chemical-free or non-pharmaceutical options when...

Can I Reapply Flea Treatment Early?
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Liz Bales, VMD

Are you still seeing fleas after using a topical flea prevention treatment? What should you do now? This is a question asked by frustrated people with itchy pets every day. You might be applying the medication...

Comfortis® (Spinosad)
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Stephanie Howe, DVM

PetMD’s medications content was written and reviewed by veterinary professionals to answer your most common questions about how medications function, their side effects, and what species they are prescribed...

Can You Use Dawn Dish Soap to Kill Fleas on Pets?
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PetMD Editorial

You’ve seen the ads where Dawn dish soap is being used to clean wild birds who’ve been impacted by oil spills. If Dawn is effective and gentle enough for wildlife, you may be wondering if it can kill those...

What Is Flea Dirt?
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April Saylor

As a pet parent, you're probably aware of the threat that fleas pose to your furry friend's health. For starters, these itchy little parasites are more than just an irritating bug bite. Fleas feed off...

How To Handle Fleas on Dogs
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April Saylor

For their itty-bitty size, fleas are a huge problem once they invade your home. These tiny, wingless insects feed on the blood of their hosts, causing enough irritation and itching to drive you and your...