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Natural, Safe, and Effective Flea and Tick Prevention

7/15/2019

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If you are reading this article, it is most likely because you are aware of the dangers and risks associated with the use of chemical pesticides on our beloved family pets. When the weather warms up, we find ourselves enjoying the great outdoors with our family - and that includes our dogs! Unfortunately, we are not the only species enjoying the warm weather.

Fleas, ticks, mosquitoes and other potentially dangerous pests are also out in the warm weather, looking for a host. Our dogs are the ideal target for these pests, so it is important that we do whatever we can to keep our dogs safe. Fleas are an annoying nuisance, ticks can carry potentially deadly diseases, and mosquitoes may pass along heart worm.

However, there are safe and effective alternatives to the potentially deadly chemicals (both oral and topical prevention) that can be purchased at your local Animal Hospital.
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Why use Natural Prevention?

I am extremely passionate about my dog's health and nutrition, so when I looked into chemical pesticides sold by Veterinarians I could not bring myself to use them. After further research into the use of chemical pesticides on pets, while also exploring natural prevention, I made the decision to only use safer alternatives.

I was shocked to learn that at least 783 animal deaths occurred as a result of using chemical topical and oral pesticides - as were reported by the FDA. Beyond those numbers, thousands of owners are complaining about terrible side effects like seizures and lethargy. It is simply NOT worth the risk! I encourage you to investigate this yourself, so you can form your own educated opinion.

A Safe and Effective Alternative.

There are two products I am using successfully this year. I have been using both products to prevent fleas and ticks, and help deter mosquitoes! We are avid hikers, and this year we have hiked in some highly tick infested areas. I am happy to report that I have not had a SINGLE tick or flea on my dog! You can follow our adventures over on Instagram!

I am very confident in the effectiveness of these two all natural, chemical-free products. I firmly believe that combining both of them helps increase their effectiveness, so I do recommend pairing the two together.

Included with each product, I have provided some supportive biomedical studies and peer-reviewed research on the active ingredients.

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kin+kind:  FLEA|TICK Spray
This is a great smelling topical spray made with all organic, natural ingredients. It is made with a base of organically grown coconut and olive oils, which are great for the skin and coat. This spray contains neem oil, cedarwood essential oil, peppermint essential oil, and lavender oil. I have had tremendous success with this product, and absolutely no bad side effects!

kin+kind has graciously given me a 10% off discount code "CANINE10" for you to use at check out if you'd like to try this amazing pest deterrent spray for your dog!

Click here to check the kin+kind: Flea|Tick spray out on their website!

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Earth MD Flea & Tick Prevention
Earth MD's Flea & Tick product is a powder you can add to your dog's food once a day for a week every 2 months. It contains quassia bark, neem leaf, spirulina and garlic. It is an all natural and safe food additive!

This product came highly recommended to me by several friends who go hiking often, and they too have found a lot of success with it! Quassia bark and Neem leaf have been shown in studies to deter pests!

Click here to visit their website and learn more!

For more amazing information on natural dog health care (supported by scientific research), feel free to come join my exclusive closed Facebook group: K9 Instinct: Holistic Dog Health Care. In that group I share all of my new articles and any new research or news in the pet world.
13 Comments
Lela Korab
9/19/2019 11:07:35 am

Why

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Linda
1/8/2020 04:01:29 am

Why does Earth MD Flea and Tick Prevention have garlic in it when a previous article says you should never give your dog garlic to eat. Conflicting information.

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Katee
1/8/2020 05:41:40 am

Garlic actually has many benefits and can be fed in small amounts. Any products containing garlic use dried, powdered, or otherwise processed forms so they aren’t nearly as potent as fresh. Here are guidelines for fresh garlic:
Dr. Pitcairn (author of The Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats) recommends the following amount of fresh garlic for dogs, according to their size:

10 to 15 pounds - half a clove
20 to 40 pounds - 1 clove
45 to 70 pounds - 2 cloves
75 to 90 pounds - 2 and a half cloves
100 pounds and over - 3 cloves
Dr. Messonnier (author of The Natural Vet's Guide to Preventing and Treating Cancer in Dogs) recommends one clove of fresh garlic per 10 to 30 pounds of weight a day to boost the immune system and cancer prevention.

As with most herbs, at least one to two days off per week or a periodic week off from garlic is a good idea.
https://www.natural-dog-health-remedies.com/garlic-for-dogs.html
http://ottawavalleydogwhisperer.ca/garlic-for-dogs-health-benefits-preparation-use-safe-dosage/
Fresh organic garlic is best, be careful of grocery market garlic from China.

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K9 Instinct
1/8/2020 09:26:45 am

My opinion on garlic has changed. I'll have to go back and update whatever article you're referring to. :)

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1/31/2023 03:35:58 am

That's right! you can use this mixture too to bathe your dog once or twice a month. Vinegar kills fleas and ticks on contact and can prevent future infestations.

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