How To Protect Your Pet From Pests?

Pests are difficult for humans to deal with and for pets as well. If you are dealing with any sort of infestation in your home or on your property, it is always best to figure out how to protect your pets. Making sure our furry friends are safe is a must and taking a proactive approach to pest control is the best way to do that.

Natural Approaches to Pest Control

For some, the use of pesticides and pest killers can be daunting; it can scare you and make you question the safety of these products for your pets. Essential oils have been known to be a deterrent for things like mosquitos, flying pets, and even fleas in some cases. You can find pet and human-safe essential oils as well as shampoos and conditioners that can be used on your pet to help deter pests and keep your pets safe while they are outside.

Another option you might want to use is diatomaceous earth. This is a rock that is crushed up and used to help deter crawling insects and that can also be used to kill fleas, flea eggs and larvae in your home’s carpets. Cedar oil can also help to deter pests from coming into the home. Natural remedies are a great way to deter pests and keep your pets safe and clean this summer.

The last thing you want to do is to ensure that your home and your pets are clean. Bugs and other pests are going to thrive when there is disorder and dirt, so making sure you clean often and that you are paying attention to your pets, their coat, their skin and more can help you keep them pest free.

How To Protect Pets From These Pests

Summer is a time to be outside and to enjoy the warmer weather. It can also bring out the bugs and other creepy crawlies that want to bite your pet. Taking the time to find natural remedies that are going to protect your pet can make a big difference. If you believe your pet is dealing with a very serious infestation, you should certainly take them to the vet to see if there is anything that can be done.

Sometimes infestations are just too bad to take care of with natural remedies. In these cases, speaking with your vet will give you the best options and help you get your pet healthy and comfortable again.

Categorised in: Pest Control

This post was written by Ken Perry