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Get Rid Of Flea Infestation In Dogs

It is so difficult to see your little pet dog scratching his coat of fur all day long. Fleas can be a real pain to your pet dog, and helping them get rid of it is the only solution. At times you may feel that this is a battle which you are loosing against these blood sucking monsters, but do you have a choice to let it be? Unfortunately not!

It is only natural that as soon as you kill one flea, another one pops up and you need to get rid of that too. Looking at your pet dog suffering from fleas is a painful sight, so here are some of the ways you can try. These tips will also help prevent any future flea infestations on your pet dog.

Get Rid Of Flea Infestation In Dogs
  1. When you give your pet dog a bath, make sure to go through his coat minutely. You do not need a microscope to notice these blood sucking monsters troubling your pet. If you notice one flea, there are chances he could be having more. Therefore regular baths can help to prevent your dog from a flea infestation.
  2. If you notice your dog scratching with all his might, brush him gently with his comb. There are chances you might see the fleas fall to the ground. If they do, collect them together and kill them with a stone.
  3. To get rid of a flea infestation on your pet dog, you can give him a bath using anti-flea soaps. The medicine in the soap will help get rid of the fleas and avoid future menace.
  4. If your dog is suffering from a flea infestation, make sure to clean the flea eggs too. Many of us only search for the full grown flea leaving behind the eggs.
  5. Another easy way to get rid of a flea infestation is by allowing your pet dog to roll over a coir carpet. This will not only ease the itchy feeling, but also help to remove the fleas on his coat.

These are some of the best ways to deal with a flea infestation. Hope it helps your four legged friend to find some relief.

Story first published: Thursday, July 18, 2013, 18:02 [IST]
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