If there is a pest that can wreak havoc for your pet and you, then it is fleas. Fleas are tiny, which enables them to move around with absolute ease in your pet’s body. However, if you think or if you are sure your pet has fleas, then getting rid of them as soon as possible is the best strategy before the situation gets worse.

Here are some expert remedies you can try at home:

• Make sure your pet is healthy
  When your dog is healthy overall, his chances of having a flea problem will decrease. This is why you notice that weak dogs often have flea issues more than healthy ones. You can start by feeding your dog right. You should feed him unprocessed proteins and fresh whole foods. You should mainly focus on foods high in omega-3 fatty acids, B-vitamins, omega-6 fatty acids, sulfur-rich foods, and probiotics. Try and feed natural foods that have good sources of the nutrients mentioned.
• Try apple cider vinegar
  Apple cider vinegar is helpful as you can feed it to your dog and even apply it to your dog. It is a natural flea repellent that is worth a try. It contains vital acids, minerals, vitamins, potassium, and nutrients. You can give your dog half a teaspoon per day for every 25 pounds. It is worth finding out your dog’s pH before giving it to him because not all dogs should have apple cider vinegar. A dog with a pH between 6.2 and 6.5 can have ACV. You should take 6 oz. ACV, 4 oz. warm water, and a quarter teaspoon sea salt and put it in a spray bottle. Spray it on your dog’s coat weekly.
• Use essential oils the right way
  You can use essential oils but make sure you use them correctly; otherwise, they can be dangerous for your dog. For example, people assume that mixing water with essential oils is alright, which it isn’t. You should use a carrier oil and mix it with essential oil. The essential oils that work include eucalyptus, lavender, clary sage, lemon, cedar, and peppermint. You should avoid using any flea repellents which contain the following essential oils: pennyroyal, wintergreen, or clove as they can prove to be harmful to your furry friend.
• Garlic can help
  Garlic has a bad reputation, but it can help remove fleas from your pet as long as you don’t overdo it. Garlic can be safely used when you are using organic ones, and when you feed it properly to your pet. You should steer clear of garlic supplements. According to vets, feeding your dog ¼ clove of garlic for every ten pounds is safe. If your pet weighs less, then halve a ¼ regular-sized clove. However, keep in mind that no dog should be fed more than two cloves per day. You can start feeding your dog a month before the flea season arrives.
• Bathe and comb
  You should use lukewarm water along with some mild soap to bathe your dog. This can help get rid of fleas that are latching on to your pet. Many shampoos are formulated specifically to remove fleas, but it is always best to consult your vet before trying any such shampoo. Your pet can have flea allergy, and your vet is the only one who can clarify this. You can use a fine-tooth flea comb to remove fleas from your pet’s fur with ease. Even flea dirt can be removed with a flea comb. When you comb your pet with the comb, be careful when you are combing the tail and neck area.