Are you one of the many pet parents that have experienced negative side effects from the conventional flea & tick prevention products from your vet?
Or maybe you are on the fence about switching to a more natural approach to Flea & Tick Prevention?
There are many reasons to ditch the pesticide treatments, here are just a few:
Harmful Side Effects such as seizures, neurological symptoms - effecting the brain and its normal functions, liver damage, behavioral changes, including aggression, and even death.
They are not 100% Effective
There are much more effective and SAFER options on the market to prevent fleas and ticks on our pets.
I want to share my Personal Flea & Tick Protocol that I use on my dog, Archie. I've also done this with my past pets including cats!
ALYSSA'S NATURAL FLEA & TICK PREVENTION PROTOCOL:
I have three areas of focus: Internal support, External support, and Home & Yard.
#1 Area of Focus - Internally:
THIS IS MEANT TO REPEL PESTS FROM THE INSIDE OUT; PESTS DON'T LIKE HEALTHY PETS!
I feed a raw diet - rotating between several brands. I lean towards a complete & balanced raw diet for many reasons, but if that isn’t in your budget or you aren’t fully sold on that idea yet - feed the highest quality kibble and add some fresh whole foods to your pet’s bowl several times a week.
If you are interested in stepping up your dry pet food game, check out my Guide in the Pet Parent Clubhouse. or click HERE.
Earth Animal Herbal Drops - added directly to morning and evening meals. This product also comes in a powder form. It contains really great ingredients such as garlic - which changes the flavor of the blood that pests don't like, neem, and other
#2 Area of Focus - Externally:
HERE I UTILIZE PRODUCTS TO REPEL PESTS ON THE OUTSIDE.
Paws & Claws Cedar Spray 1-2x daily before my dog goes outside for the day and before walks
Mad About Organics Topical - once a week or again if going on a hike where there are lots of trees, tall grasses, etc.
#3 Area of Focus - Home & Yard:
THES ARE TWO AREAS WHERE YOUR PET SPENDS THE MAJORITY OF THEIR TIME SO IT IS A NO BRAINER TO PROTECT THEM AS WELL.
I use Paws & Claws Cedar Spray around the doorways
I vacuum regularly
I mop the floors with Young Living Purification Essential Oil - just add a few drops to my steam mop
For the yard I spray the perimeter and fence with Paws & Claws Cedar Spray at least once a month
I also use Mosquito Barrier in the yard.
TIPS & TRICKS:
IF YOU AREN'T READY TO JUMP RIGHT IN, THAT’S OKAY!
Take it step by step!
If you live in an area with winters that get to freezing temperatures - only give flea/tick prevention during Spring/Summer months.
You may also try giving flea/tick prevention bi-monthly instead of every single month.
Do a detox for your pet following the preventative to alleviate some stress off of the body in ridding itself of the toxins.
Some options for detox include:
Milk Thistle, Herbsmith brand - give a week after the treatment
Amber Naturalz Liver Detox option given for a week prior and then a week following the treatment.
P.S. These are also amazing to do if you do vaccinations with your pet to help detox the body.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE AND DIVING DEEPER, ENROLL IN MY MINI COURSE:
A Pet Parent's Guide to Flea & Tick Prevention
A Natural Approach that is Effective
and (the best part) SAFER for our four-footed friends
DISCLAIMER:
The information offered by The Balanced Companion is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace regular veterinary care. I strongly encourage you to seek the professional advice of a holistic veterinarian that supports your efforts to incorporate species appropriate nutrition and holistic lifestyle choices into your pet’s life. To locate a holistic integrative vet, please visit www.ahvma.org or ask me for a referral.
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