Fleas are a common nuisance for pet owners, but you don't have to rely on chemical-laden products to keep them at bay. In fact, you can make your own natural flea spray at home using simple ingredients that are safe for your pets and family.
Here are 10 homemade flea spray recipes that you can try:
- Lemon Flea Spray: Mix 2 cups of water with 2 lemons (sliced) and bring to a boil. Let the mixture steep overnight, then strain and pour into a spray bottle. Use on your pet's coat to repel fleas.
- Apple Cider Vinegar Spray: Mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Spray on your pet's fur, avoiding their eyes, to repel fleas.
- Lavender Flea Spray: Combine 10-15 drops of lavender essential oil with 2 cups of water in a spray bottle. Shake well before using on your pet's coat.
- Peppermint Flea Spray: Mix 1 cup of water with 10 drops of peppermint essential oil in a spray bottle. Spray on your pet's fur to repel fleas.
- Citrus Flea Spray: Boil 1 lemon (sliced) in 2 cups of water for 10 minutes. Let the mixture cool, then strain and pour into a spray bottle. Use on your pet's coat to repel fleas.
- Cedar Flea Spray: Steep 1 cup of cedar chips in 2 cups of boiling water for 30 minutes. Strain and pour into a spray bottle. Use on your pet's fur to repel fleas.
- Rosemary Flea Spray: Boil 2 cups of water with 2 tablespoons of dried rosemary for 30 minutes. Let the mixture cool, then strain and pour into a spray bottle. Use on your pet's coat to repel fleas.
- Neem Oil Flea Spray: Mix 1 teaspoon of neem oil with 2 cups of water in a spray bottle. Shake well before using on your pet's fur.
- Eucalyptus Flea Spray: Combine 10 drops of eucalyptus essential oil with 2 cups of water in a spray bottle. Shake well before using on your pet's coat.
- Mint Flea Spray: Boil 1 cup of fresh mint leaves in 2 cups of water for 10 minutes. Let the mixture cool, then strain and pour into a spray bottle. Use on your pet's fur to repel fleas.
These homemade flea sprays are safe, effective, and easy to make. Give them a try to keep your pets flea-free without exposing them to harmful chemicals.