Home remedies for fleas on cats are very popular, however if you’re not careful, you might not be only putting your cat at risk of getting sick or worse. With so many products being sold on the market to get rid of fleas on cats, it can be difficult to decide which ones are right. And I know that some of you would rather not spend the cash to invest in any products. Luckily there’s a way around that too! Fleas are a common parasite. They feed on the blood of your cat, and can even carry tapeworm eggs in their digestive system. Bathing your cat usually removes any lingering fleas, but some people don’t want to ruin their cats’ beautiful fur. If this is your case, you’ll love these natural remedies for fleas on cats.
Natural Remedy Cat Fleas
Brushing your cat frequently will help prevent fleas from developing.
Brushing your cat is not only good for removing dead skin and hair, but it can also reveal fleas or an infestation. It can also spread natural oils throughout their fur, which helps keep their coat healthy and shiny. Additionally, brushing will remove loose hair that otherwise would fall out as dander (tiny flakes of skin). Lastly, if you notice anything unusual on your cat’s skin while brushing him or her—such as patches of flaky skin or a sticky texture—you should bring this to the attention of a veterinarian.
Regular baths for your cat can also help prevent fleas.
Regular baths can also help prevent fleas. Cats are naturally clean animals, so it’s easy to forget that they need regular baths. In fact, cats can take up to a year before they start grooming themselves consistently and many don’t do it until they’re about two years old!
If you want to keep your cat’s coat clean and healthy, make sure that you give them a bath at least once per month or as often as necessary (like if you notice an infestation of fleas). Similarly, if your cat has access outside then make sure that he gets regular baths in order to keep them from developing matted fur or potentially having an allergic reaction due to dirt/dust on their body.
When bathing your pet always use a shampoo made specifically for cats; human products may dry out his skin or irritate their coat causing painful dandruff which will attract more mosquitoes looking for blood meal snacks! If possible use warm water rather than hot since this may wash away vital oils needed by both felines & humans alike allowing bacteria growth within homes where pets live side-by-side with us indoors 24/7 365 days per year…
Fleas hide in carpets and other places.
When it comes to fleas, you’re probably thinking of them as pests that love to jump on your pets and bite them. But did you know that fleas also like hiding in carpets and other places in your home? They spend most of their lives living in the carpet or bedding. This makes sense because cats spend most of their time sleeping on beds, so this is where they can jump onto unsuspecting victims (like humans).
Fleas aren’t picky about where they live; they’ll go anywhere there’s food (your pet) and shelter (your house). They favor warm climates and humid environments—which means that if it’s hot and muggy outside, all the better for fleas! Flea larvae prefer dark areas with plenty of debris such as dirt or sand because these things provide them with nutrients for growth.
You can use a lemon to repel fleas from your cat.
Lemon is a good natural flea repellent for dogs and cats. The citric acid in lemon helps to kill fleas and other parasites that can plague your cat. In addition to this, lemons are a natural pesticide, so if you use lemons as a flea repellent for cats, you will be killing two birds with one stone (or four birds with two).
So how do you use lemons as a flea repellent? Simply make sure that there is enough water in your pet’s bowl so that it covers their food completely and then squeeze some lemon juice into the water. This will help repel any unwanted guests from coming near your beloved pets!
Flea combs can be used to remove fleas from your cat’s fur and skin.
In order to remove fleas from your cat’s fur, you will need a flea comb. Make sure that the teeth of the comb are spaced far enough apart so that they do not scratch or hurt your cat.
- Start at the tail and work in long strokes up toward the shoulders and head, being careful not to pull too hard on any one area of fur because this can irritate your pet. If you find any fleas during this process, pick them off by hand before moving on with the rest of your grooming session.
- Repeat as necessary until no more fleas are visible in your vat of fur (approximately 1-2 hours). If after an hour there still seems like there are lots of flea eggs left behind on those precious little kitties then don’t worry—you’ll need to brush through their coats again tomorrow!
- Once done removing all visible pests from their bodies, be sure that both yourself and any surfaces around where you’ve been working (like couches) have been thoroughly disinfected with soap or pesticide spray before going about any other tasks for today/tomorrow morning’s activities.”
A baking soda and salt bath can be used to get rid of fleas on your cat.
Fleas can sometimes be difficult to get rid of. One natural remedy is a baking soda and salt bath.
- Mix the baking soda and salt together in a bowl until they are combined.
- Rub the mixture on your cat’s coat, being careful not to miss any areas. You may want to wear protective gloves for this step because it will be messy!
- Let your cat sit for about 5 minutes, then rinse him/her off with warm water. Repeat every week until you no longer see any signs of fleas on your pet!
Placing an herbal bag on top of the pet’s bed will keep away fleas as well.
In addition to placing an herbal bag in your pet’s bed, you can also put one on top of the mattress.
Herbs such as pennyroyal, rosemary, tansy and eucalyptus work well for this purpose and they can be purchased at most herbal stores or online.
When preparing the herbal bag be sure to place 1 tablespoon into a muslin bag, tie it tightly and then place it in a small bowl of water so that it is fully soaked before hanging it up. You should change out the herbs every two weeks or when they start to dry out.
Cats have natural defenses against flea infestations when you maintain good hygiene.
- Cats are fastidious groomers and will spend hours licking themselves clean. Fleas don’t stand a chance against the cat’s tongue.
- A cat’s body temperature is low, which makes them less attractive to fleas than dogs.
- Cats don’t carry fleas in their fur as much as dogs do, so they tend not to have as many of them on their bodies at any given time.
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