Natural Flea Control Part 2

TOXIC FLEA CONTROLS
A lot of people think that flea protection is no big deal these days, because there are so many flea control products on the market. However, which is the right one for you, your family, and your pet?

Unfortunately, most of them are extremely toxic. Their warning labels speak for themselves:

Impregnated flea collars:

“CAUTION: Do not allow children to play with this collar. Dust will form on this collar during storage. Do not get dust or collar in mouth. armful if swallowed. Do not get dust in eyes. It will cause temporary pupillary constriction. In case of contact, flush eyes with water. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling collar. The dust released by this collar is a cholinesterase inhibitor.”

Insecticidal powders and shampoos:

“WARNING: Causes eye irritation. Do not get in eyes. Harmful if swallowed. While washing pets, avoid getting shampoo in animal’s eyes. Do not use on kittens or puppies under six weeks of age.”

Aerosol flea bombs:

“CAUTION: USE ONLY WHEN AREA TO BE TREATED IS VACATED BY HUMANS AND PETS. Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mist. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not apply directly to food.
In the home, all food-processing surfaces should be covered during treatment and thoroughly washed before use. Remove pets and cover fish aquariums and delicate plants before spraying. Remove all motor vehicles before use in garages.”

Active ingredients in flea killers and preventives include pesticides such as DDVP, propoxur, diazinon, and carbaryl, nerve poisons that are toxic to pets and humans, and may cause long-term health problems.

Some flea collars and powders can cause severe conditions such as contact dermatitis on the skin of your pets, or even you.