All pet parents love their furry babies to death. So when they endure fleas or ticks infestation, it pains us to see them suffer. Fleas and ticks, if left untreated for long, can lead to flea dermatitis or tick-borne diseases. Once it attacks your pets, it can be very harmful. So, here’s a detailed guide on how to get rid of fleas and ticks.

1. Precor
People For The Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) recommends an insect growth regulator that goes with the name of Precor. This product leads to sterility in fleas, which means they won’t be able to reproduce or spread on your pet’s coat. Precor needs to be sprayed on your floors or curtains once every four months. But keep in mind never to spray this product directly on your pet.

2. On-spot prevention
To ensure your pet’s coat remains free of flea or ticks, run a comb or brush as soon as they come inside your home from their daily walks. This will reduce the pests on-spot and relieve itching in your pets. If you have a long-haired pet, consider shaving off their excess hair at least during the humid or hot season. The longer the coat, the more space for the ticks and fleas to hide and multiply.

3. Maintain your garden
If you have a house with a yard, make sure you trim your shrubs and mow your lawn regularly. This will prevent fleas and ticks from setting up home on your property and your pets. Animals like possums, raccoons, feral cats, and other wild creatures have tons of fleas and ticks. So it’s best to prevent them from entering your yard. If you put your pet’s food or water bowl outside, there are high chances of your dog or cat catching fleas on their skin.

4. Flea-resistant coat
Pet parents need to make sure that their furry babies have a clean and healthy coat. Fleas multiply ten times faster in raw, flaky, or itchy skin. To prevent fleas from attacking your dog or cat, feed them flaxseed oil and calcium ascorbate powder in their meals. PETA recommends B-complex vitamins or black walnut capsules too. But before you give them anything, make sure your pet is not allergic to any of the items. A rich diet full of vitamins and minerals will also make your pet’s coat shiny, healthy, and flea-resistant.