What is the best way to get rid of fleas in your household without fogging it?

My housemate has a cat, which goes outdoor and sleeps indoor. I have been getting a lot of bugs bite on my feet and leg and was told it is most likely fleas.My roomate says she can give the cat a shot for the flea, but what about the fleas already in the house because of the cat? Asked by kimplovely 54 months ago Similar questions: rid fleas household fogging Pets > Cats.

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Use a topical insecticide on your roommate's cat. No, don't spray Fluffy with Raid. Use a topical flea killer like Frontline's Top Spot.It's safe -- it's been used to kill potato beetles for decades -- and effective.

It will quickly kill all the fleas on the cat, all the fleas in your house, and shortly thereafter, all the fleas in your yard. Sources: 0fleas.com/FrontlinePayPal.htm .

Salt I have heard that putting salt in your carpet will dry them out and then they can be vacuumed up with the salt. Borax is also supposed to work well, you just sprinkle it on the carpet, wait a couple of days then vacuum it all up. Some people swear by a combination of both, first sprinkle both, leave it on overnight, vacuum, then the next night sprinkle salt again, vacuum the next morning.

Place dishes of water under lamps, fleas are attracted to the light and when they jump for the light, they fall into the water and drown, Ive also read that lemon dawn dish detergent in the water works well, you don't always need the light. They are attracted to white socks, white clothes etc. I have also heard you can sprinkle baking soda, but I don't know anybody that has tried this yet. You might have to repeat these processes a few times, as new cycles hatch but it should get rid of them without toxic sprays.

One thing I read online said to grind the salt in the blender till powdery, leave it on for a week but not to go barefoot, it might irritate your feet. Vacuum it up in 7-10 days, throw away the vacuum bag and the bugs should be gone..

De-flea the pet, clean, vacuum, spray. ehow.com/how_16644_rid-home-fleas.htmlIn... only are fleas pesky to your pet, but they can invade your home and torment human hosts with annoying bites. Getting rid of fleas requires diligence, patience and time - generally several weeks.

InstructionsStepsStep OneGet rid of fleas on your pet. (See "How to Get Rid of Fleas. ") Fleas usually come into your home on the body of a warm-blooded creature such as your dog or cat, then multiply.

Step TwoReligiously clean surfaces where your dog or cat spends the most time. These are the areas where fleas, eggs, larvae and pupae are most likely to be found. This includes cleaning concrete floors in basements and garages.

Step ThreeVacuum carpets thoroughly and often. Even if you already have an active infestation, vacuuming can pick up adult fleas as well as pupae. Step FourUse flea granules in the nap of your carpet.

These can be applied once a year and remain active for the whole year. They are safe and effective. Step FiveSpray carpets with an insecticide such as micro-encapsulated pyrethrins.

Repeated applications may be necessary. Use chemicals with caution and read labels carefully. Step SixCombine the insecticide (which will kill adult fleas) with a growth regulator, which will break the life cycle of the flea.

Follow directions carefully. Step SevenSee "How to Get Rid of Fleas From Your Home Naturally" under Related eHows for information on using nonchemical methods for flea control. Step EightCall a pest control company if your efforts are unsuccessful.

Such companies are well-equipped to deal with flea infestations. Tips & Warnings* Fleas are at their worst in summer and early fall, so start your flea prevention tactics in late spring. * Adult fleas are the least of your problem.

Eggs can be virtually anywhere, and larvae and pupae are also difficult to find and eliminate. * Use exterior flea-control methods also. No matter how much time you spend ridding the house of fleas, they will get back in if you haven't treated your yard and other surrounding areas.

* Before using any toxic pest control product, read the label carefully. Be especially wary if you have young children or pets in the home. * Avoid shutting a room off for a period of time in the hope that the fleas inside will die off due to lack of a host.

This method is not effective. http://www.ehow.com/how_4033_rid-home-fleas.htmlHow to Rid Your Home of Fleas NaturallyIntroductionEvery summer the fleas return, hitching a ride indoors on your unsuspecting pet. Try these non-toxic ways to take back your home from those little bloodsuckers.

InstructionsDifficulty: StepsStep OneVacuum all carpets and furniture at least twice a week, even before you spot a flea. Physical removal of the eggs, larvae and adult insects is the safest way to keep flea populations under control. Step TwoPay special attention to high-traffic areas, such as stairs and those places where your pet spends a lot of time--for example, next to the bed or under a favorite chair.

Step ThreeEmpty, dispose of, or seal off the vacuum bag every time you vacuum. Adult fleas can easily crawl back out. Step FourWash area rugs and floor mats regularly with hot water or in the washing machine.

Dry each thoroughly to avoid creating a perfectly humid breeding ground for the prolific bugs. Step FiveMake your own flea remedy by mixing 3 cups diatomaceous earth (DE) for every 1/2 cups boric acid. Sprinkle the powder lightly, yet thoroughly over carpet, under beds and in closets while wearing a safety mask to avoid inhaling the dust.

With a broom, work the granules deeply into the carpet. Vacuum after two days. Step SixTry an alternative recipe using 8 parts cleaning powder to 1 part table salt.

Follow the above procedure, except you should vacuum after 1 week. These powders work by drying out the fleas' habitat and dehydrating both the larvae and adults. Step SevenSprinkle DE in pet runs and shady areas in the yard where pets frequent to keep outdoor populations down.

Fleas can only survive in moist, shady areas, so there is no need to apply the powder in places hit by direct sunlight. Step EightIntroduce the beneficial nematode Steinernema carpocapsa to your yard by using a spray available for purchase at your garden store or online. These tiny parasitic worms feed on and destroy flea larvae.

Again spray only in shady areas. Reapply if further infestation occurs. Tips & Warnings* To avoid frequent infestations, both home and pets must be treated simultaneously.

Start your pet on a natural flea control program now. * Flea bombs and house sprays with the natural toxin pyrethrin do exist. When used properly they are considered safe and effective, but these products are toxic and should be used only as a last resort.

* Although not poisonous, the powders should not be applied while pets or infants are present, nor should small children be allowed to play on the carpets until after the residual dust has been vacuumed up. Extra caution should always be applied when using any pest control measure in households where children, elderly people or persons with a history of respiratory illness reside. Sources: http://www.ehow.com/how_16644_rid-home-fleas.html .

1 The first two - critter oil and cedar are for the pet, house and yard:Safety first - don't use harsh poisions...Just becausethey are low cost : they could make your pets very sick ... Try Natural and safe optons, first...Here is my Flea and Tick Natural Kit...YOU can use all or some of the optons....1. Critter oil / WONDERFUL and SAFEEEEEEEEEEhttp://www.critteroil.com/index.htmOR2. BEST Yet Cedar oil ( For CATS and DOGS)ANIMAL HEALTH PRODUCTSCEDAR OIL FORMULATIONS FOR CONTROL OF FLEAS, TICKS, MITES, LICE, MANGE AND EAR MITES EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO ELIMINATE DANGEROUS SPOT DROP TREATMENTS OF YOUR PETS AND EXPENSIVE CHEMICAL PRESCRIPTIONS THAT PROVIDE ZERO RESULTShttp://www.cedarcidestore.com/ANIMALHEALTH.html3.NuVET Nutritional Program ~~~~~~~ For dogs and cats...Everyone needs one or two NuVET Wafers per day - Keeps the bugs away and also Keeps your baby safe and Healthy... KEEPS the VET away, too!

MOST dogs only need 1 NuVET wafer or 1 teaspoon of NuVET Powder per day. NuVET is sold by Holistic Vet Offices and the manufacturer..Go to : http://www.nuvet.com/81098 Ask for at least a 60 count bottle of the NuVET Plus at 39.00Also, mention discount code 81098 and get your 15% Off Program. Call 1-800-474-7044 and Discount code 81098 **TELL them PET Nurse Marie sent you ...4.D.E.( From the EARTH)*** Diatomaceous earth (DE) works, and it's non-toxic not only to your dogs, but birds and other animals that pass through your back yard.

About D. Earth:Diatomaceous earth is a naturally occurring substances made up of crushed fossils of freshwater organisms or marine life. Insects like the fleas have a waxy coat which helps to prevent water loss through the body surface.

What the diatomaceous earth does is that it slices through the coat of the fleas and as such causing dehydration and eventually causes death of the fleas, larvae and eggs. DE is inactive in presence of water, it's more suited for use on dry walks, dry decks, dry patios, dry lawns. Outdoor flea treatment should focus on areas where your pets rest, sleep, and runs, such as doghouse and kennel areas, under decks, along fences and next to the foundation.

Use natural grade rather than pool grade diatomacious earth. Natural Grade for pets.........It is seldom necessary to treat the entire yard or open areas exposed to full sun. Simply sprinkle the Diatomaceous (DE) powder onto these areas.

PLEASE NOTE****If it rains, you will need to re-apply the D. Earth to your yard. You can also use D.E.On your pets/ just avoid the face/ eyes...NON toxic and very safe...( get a salt shaker or powder shaker...)GARLIC/ In the NuVET - VERY small amounts do help!

Also, give a NuVET wafer per day to your dogs...NUVET has a trace amount of Garlic in them...PLUS loads of other supplements that Keep the Fleas away...Fleas hate the taste of a Healthy pet's blood... They JUMP right off. If you have D. E powder they may not jump on at all.

CATS can use D.E. , too! As for the cats, you can use D. E for them too...Just dust them 1 x per day with the D.E.Powder.

Make sure you get the PURE and Plain D.Earth. CATS have a NuVET formula too! Cats also can benefit from some NuVET feline powder, too.

Ok, I have given you some very good options - you will need to use One of the top 2 and then a NuVET -Or you can try the D. Earth and the NuVET. HOUSE dogs and CATS may be able to get away with the D.

Earth powder and one NuVET per day...KEEP me posted. This will be so much safer for your pets...Marie Peppers LPN MAAsk the Pet Nursemtnmom@gci. NetNEED Help - Don't know what to choose?

Write to me at my private e-mail ( mtnmom@gci. Net)I will try to direct you.

The first two - critter oil and cedar are for the pet, house and yard:Safety first - don't use harsh poisions...Just becausethey are low cost : they could make your pets very sick ... Try Natural and safe optons, first...Here is my Flea and Tick Natural Kit...YOU can use all or some of the optons....1. Critter oil / WONDERFUL and SAFEEEEEEEEEEhttp://www.critteroil.com/index.htmOR2. BEST Yet Cedar oil ( For CATS and DOGS)ANIMAL HEALTH PRODUCTSCEDAR OIL FORMULATIONS FOR CONTROL OF FLEAS, TICKS, MITES, LICE, MANGE AND EAR MITES EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO ELIMINATE DANGEROUS SPOT DROP TREATMENTS OF YOUR PETS AND EXPENSIVE CHEMICAL PRESCRIPTIONS THAT PROVIDE ZERO RESULTShttp://www.cedarcidestore.com/ANIMALHEALTH.html3.NuVET Nutritional Program ~~~~~~~ For dogs and cats...Everyone needs one or two NuVET Wafers per day - Keeps the bugs away and also Keeps your baby safe and Healthy... KEEPS the VET away, too!

MOST dogs only need 1 NuVET wafer or 1 teaspoon of NuVET Powder per day. NuVET is sold by Holistic Vet Offices and the manufacturer..Go to : http://www.nuvet.com/81098 Ask for at least a 60 count bottle of the NuVET Plus at 39.00Also, mention discount code 81098 and get your 15% Off Program. Call 1-800-474-7044 and Discount code 81098 **TELL them PET Nurse Marie sent you ...4.D.E.( From the EARTH)*** Diatomaceous earth (DE) works, and it's non-toxic not only to your dogs, but birds and other animals that pass through your back yard.

About D. Earth:Diatomaceous earth is a naturally occurring substances made up of crushed fossils of freshwater organisms or marine life. Insects like the fleas have a waxy coat which helps to prevent water loss through the body surface.

What the diatomaceous earth does is that it slices through the coat of the fleas and as such causing dehydration and eventually causes death of the fleas, larvae and eggs. DE is inactive in presence of water, it's more suited for use on dry walks, dry decks, dry patios, dry lawns. Outdoor flea treatment should focus on areas where your pets rest, sleep, and runs, such as doghouse and kennel areas, under decks, along fences and next to the foundation.

Use natural grade rather than pool grade diatomacious earth. Natural Grade for pets.........It is seldom necessary to treat the entire yard or open areas exposed to full sun. Simply sprinkle the Diatomaceous (DE) powder onto these areas.

PLEASE NOTE****If it rains, you will need to re-apply the D. Earth to your yard. You can also use D.E.On your pets/ just avoid the face/ eyes...NON toxic and very safe...( get a salt shaker or powder shaker...)GARLIC/ In the NuVET - VERY small amounts do help!

Also, give a NuVET wafer per day to your dogs...NUVET has a trace amount of Garlic in them...PLUS loads of other supplements that Keep the Fleas away...Fleas hate the taste of a Healthy pet's blood... They JUMP right off. If you have D. E powder they may not jump on at all.

CATS can use D.E. , too! As for the cats, you can use D. E for them too...Just dust them 1 x per day with the D.E.Powder.

Make sure you get the PURE and Plain D.Earth. CATS have a NuVET formula too! Cats also can benefit from some NuVET feline powder, too.

Ok, I have given you some very good options - you will need to use One of the top 2 and then a NuVET -Or you can try the D. Earth and the NuVET. HOUSE dogs and CATS may be able to get away with the D.

Earth powder and one NuVET per day...KEEP me posted. This will be so much safer for your pets...Marie Peppers LPN MAAsk the Pet Nursemtnmom@gci. NetNEED Help - Don't know what to choose?

Write to me at my private e-mail ( mtnmom@gci. Net)I will try to direct you.

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