Flea infestations have been around for almost as long as people have kept dogs as pets. There is a reason why you might be reading this article: you are experiencing a flea infestation at your home right now, or you’ve just noticed the first fleas walking on your pet and want to stop them before they become uncontrollable. Do you find it difficult to keep your home free of fleas? Even if you’ve tried some of the most popular flea killing products, there’s still no end in sight. Fleas are pesky and unpleasant little creatures that seem to be immune to traditional flea control methods. Well, not to worry because if you keep reading, I’ll tell you all about a very simple natural way to get rid of fleas on dogs.

Natural Ways To Keep Fleas Off Dogs

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is a great natural flea repellent for dogs.

It helps make the dog’s blood less attractive to fleas. Apple cider vinegar also helps to balance the dog’s skin pH, which can make fleas less likely to bite.

Lavender

Lavender oil is another natural flea repellent that you can use on your dog. You can make a lavender spray by mixing water with a few drops of lavender essential oil, then spray it on your dog’s coat before heading outdoors. If you’d rather not use water, try making a homemade lavender dip instead: Combine 1 cup of coconut or sweet almond oil with 1 teaspoon each peppermint, rosemary and thyme essential oils (or just one single drop) in a bowl. Coat your dog’s coat in this mixture and let sit for 20 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water.

Lavender has several other health benefits for dogs as well: It can help ease their anxiety when traveling by car or plane; lower blood pressure; relieve pain associated with arthritis; reduce inflammation caused by allergies; protect against harmful bacteria like staphylococcus in the lungs; improve digestive issues such as IBS (irritable bowel syndrome); kill parasites such as fleas on contact without harming pets further down the line…and much more!

Rosemary

Rosemary is a small, aromatic bush with large and small leaves that’s often used in cooking. You can grow this herb in your own backyard or purchase it at grocery stores or farmers’ markets.

When you’re treating your dog with rosemary, make sure to use fresh sprigs of the plant and not dried ones. The best way to apply the rosemary directly to your pet is by rubbing it into their fur after bathing them with water or shampoo. You’ll want to massage the leaves into their coat until they are completely covered by them before letting them dry off again (or rinsing off if they get dirty). This treatment should be repeated once every two weeks until there are no more signs of fleas on either yourself or your dog!

Lemon Spray

• Cut a lemon in half, and squeeze the juice into a spray bottle.
• Add water to the bottle, and shake well to mix it together.
• Spray your dog’s fur with the lemon mixture, paying particular attention to areas where fleas tend to hide (between their paws or under their armpits). The citric acid will kill any fleas on contact, while also keeping away new ones from getting near your dog’s skin in the future! Lemons are safe for both dogs and humans alike—but don’t go overboard with this remedy; too much lemon juice can cause skin irritation in some animals (and if you’re planning on giving it as a treat right away after application).

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is a natural flea repellant. It’s also safe and non-toxic to use on your pooch, especially if they have sensitive skin.

Apply a mixture of coconut oil and water to your dog’s skin once or twice a week to repel fleas naturally. You can also add some peppermint essential oil if you want to mask the scent of the coconut oil so that it smells less like it was just taken out of the jar (and more like … nature?).

Coconut oil has been shown to have antimicrobial properties that kill off some strains of bacteria as well as fungi – both common causes of skin infections in dogs – so applying this mix will give them an extra boost against any bugs that may try their luck along with those nasty little bloodsucking insects!

There are many natural ways to keep fleas off dogs.

There are many natural ways to keep fleas off dogs. One of the easiest, which can be done as part of your regular grooming routine, is to dilute apple cider vinegar and spray it on the dog’s coat. You can also use lavender oil or grow lavender in your backyard for your dog to roll in. Another option is rosemary—adding this herb to shampoo will help keep fleas away from dogs. For topical remedies, lemon sprays made from lemon juice, water and witch hazel will also kill germs that may contribute to itching while repelling fleas. Finally, coconut oil added to dog food helps repel parasites like ticks and mites that carry diseases like Lyme disease or heartworm disease without harming the animal’s overall health.