Fleas and ticks are very common. Both parasites usually infect pets, and they can spread to the pet parents as well. They’re widely reported in summer and spring, as pets venture out more frequently during this period. If left untreated, symptoms can worsen in both parties, with humans also in danger of further problems such as plague and Lyme disease. Hence, it’s extremely important to find a solution at the onset, and ward off the possibility of a knock-on effect.

Home remedies present a compelling case, as they’re effective and come without any side effects. A few of these, listed below, are exceedingly potent and provide a containment-free zone.

Baking soda
One of the premier cures for treating fleas, baking soda helps dehydrate and subsequently kill the eggs and larvae of these parasites. This prevents it from spreading, which solves half the problem. To eliminate adult fleas, baking soda is used in combination with salt. The mixture is totally safe for your pet and works even on kids.

Baking soda is also used to sanitize the house, and it begins with sprinkling the compound over the carpet, sofa, and cushions, and then rubbing until it becomes part of the fabric. Vacuuming follows thereafter.

Salt
As alluded to, salt is a terrific compound to help treat fleas and ticks. It acts as a dehydrating agent, robbing such parasites of any moisture. The compound is really easy to use, much like baking soda. Sprinkle it all over the place and leave it to rest for a couple of days or so. Follow this with a thorough vacuuming of the entire house. As for your pet, a saltwater bath could help.

Essential oils
Every organism hates a certain kind of odor. It’s no different for fleas and ticks, who’re unable to withstand the deep sense of essential oils. Rosemary, eucalyptus, and tea tree oil are a few brilliant options. Diluting these is, however, important as some pets might be sensitive to these natural oils.
Add a few drops in your pets’ bathtub and thoroughly mix it before you give him/her a shower. Lemongrass and plant mint are a few other potent options to consider.

Apple cider vinegar
The extremely powerful juice doesn’t just deliver countless nutritional benefits but also helps get rid of fleas and ticks. Its acidity is the trump card, which naturally repels irritating insects. To use it on your pet, combine it with water in a 50-50 ratio, and spray the resulting fluid directly on his/her coat.

Garlic
Stocked with antibacterial properties, the herb is a natural flea and tick repellent. These freeloaders recognize the smell of garlic and immediately desert the location. Feeding it to your pet, albeit not more than two cloves a day, can help alleviate any risk of such parasite bites.