You caress your pet as usual but after looking closer, you notice something … fleas or ticks! And indeed, your cat is very exposed and susceptible because of its love of exploring outside. To relieve your pet of its itching and to get rid of these creatures it is advisable to act fast so that they do not settle everywhere in your house, as they can leave their larvae and other eggs around your home. This effective treatment will help get rid of these pests on your cat and help them feel better. Nevertheless, do not forget that the key is prevention throughout the year against these undesirable ticks and fleas.
What you will need:
- 2 cups of organic cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of organic neem leaf powder
- 1 tablespoon of organic cat nip
- 1 tablespoon of organic dried lavender
- 1 tablespoon of organic dried peppermint
- Distilled water
- 1 tablespoon of Aloe Vera gel (optional)
- Spray bottle
- Coffee filter or tea towel
Method:
1) In a bottle mix the cider vinegar with the herbs
2) Leave to infuse for one to two weeks, shaking the bottle everyday
3) Filter the mixture using a coffee filter or a clean tea towel
4) Fill the bottle to half way then add a tablespoon of aloe vera gel if you have some and then fill the rest of the bottle with the water.
To use it, spray the bottle onto your cat and leave to dry. Do not rinse off.
For an added effective treatment you can put salt into his bed to disinfect.
Source : GuideAstuces