When you have pets, one problem you will almost always run into is how to keep flea away. Fleas are tiny parasites that live on the body of your pet. They feed off of the blood of your pets. Fleas can cause everything from itching and scratching to secondary infections if not taken care of. Many people use unnatural flea pesticides on their pets such as Frontline or Advantix. However, these products can be dangerous and harmful to your pets health especially if they happen to leak into an open wound. It is imperative that products like Frontline and Advantix do not enter your pet’s blood stream.

One way not to worry about this is to find some natural flea repellants. Lavender is a common natural flea repellant. It can be used in many different ways. Some people make lavender bandanas for their pets or make lavender water to spray on their pets bedding and even their fur. Watch the video below for more information on how lavender can help you naturally repel fleas from your pets.

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Flea collars emit poisonous gases to kill any fleas that may be on your cat or dog. Unfortunately, in some cases, these gases can be harmful not only to the fleas but to pets and people as well. Even a vet will tell you to use a flea collar sparingly. It should be used only when protection is needed. When not in use a flea collar should be put up in a sealed plastic bag in a cool, dry place.

Many cat and dogs, as most pet owners have experienced, may have a reaction to a flea collar. If your pet is not used to a flea collar or rarely wears one, you should check the skin under the flea collar often for a reaction. Some pets will experience red, inflamed, itchy skin while wearing or after wearing a flea collar. If you notice these symptoms, it is highly recommended that you discontinue use of the flea collar.

There are non-toxic ways of controlling and eliminating fleas from your pets and your home. Learn more about natural flea prevention.

Fleas cannot live on human hair or on human bodies for an extended period of time. Fleas will normally jump off of your pet onto you and bite you and then leave. Fleas do not want to remain on humans, but rather feed and leave. The video below will give you more information about fleas on your pets and some good flea prevention tips. It is crucial if you have carpet to vaccuum for fleas often and do a through job. If you want to avoid using any type of pesticide this will need to be done quite regularly.

A non-toxic flea trap will also help identify if you have an on-going flea problem or even how severe your flea problem is. Learn more about guaranteed flea traps.

Did you know….

- Adult Fleas use heat to find warm-blooded hosts to develop and reproduce.

- Severe flea infestations can cause intense itching, skin lesions, anemia, weight loss and restlessness.

- Fleas transmit tapeworms and are known carriers of diseases like tularemia, murine, typhus and the plague.

- Eggs are laid on the host and fall off into pet bedding and other areas of your home.

- Eggs hatch within a few days, and larvae head towards dark places around your home and feed on “flea dirt” — secretions of partially digested pet blood.

- Larvae grow, molt twice, then spin cocoons where they pupate.

- Adult fleas emerge from the cocoons, hop onto a host, feed, mate and begin the life cycle all over again.

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PetsBestRx is proud to announce a new line of pet products dedicated specifically to fleas. Any pet owner can tell you that flea are always a problem. Any animal that goes outdoors it at risk for catching fleas. Fleas are a pesky insect that feed on the blood of your pet much like the human head lice.

PetsBestRx now carries products designed for eliminating and preventing flea from harming your pet and stopping the fleas from setting up camp in your home.

Our new Non-Toxic Flea Trap has everything you need to detect if you have fleas in your home or on your pet, catch them and help eliminate fleas. The Non-Toxic Ultimate Flea Trap detects and controls indoor flea problem. It’s unique dome design attracts fleas from all direction up to 30 ft (9m) away. The “Super Grabber” glue holds them fast so they can’t escape once in the flea trap.

With a 93% catch rate, it is ideal for use as an early detection device so you can set it up and keep it in your home permanently if you wish. You don’t have to worry about your pet’s health with this Non-Toxic flea trap so you can set it on the floor where fleas are most likely to be without worrying about your pet’s health.

This flea trap works great in homes, garages, kennels and anywhere else you may have the need for the flea trap. The 360 degree open face on the flea trap allows fleas to enter from all directions, giving you the maximum flea catching power. 24-Hour-A-Day flea protection has never been easier.

Have other pest-control needs around your home? The Ultimate Flea Trap’s insect catching-abilities are not limited to fleas. This trap can also be effective in catching rodents, roaches, flying insects, bed bugs and ants.

For years, consumers have used poisons to control pests. But today, consumers everywhere are becoming increasingly aware of problems associated with poisons and aerosols. In greater and greater numbers, they’re looking for non-toxic pest control solutions. This Ultimate Flea Trap offers more effective, non-toxic methods than any other pest control company. The unique light in the flea trap creates a radiating warmth and attracts the fleas and other insects to the trap. Once their in — there’s no getting out.

Learn more about the Ultimate Flea Trap.