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In order to effectively deal with fleas, both in your garden and on your pets, it's crucial to have a solid grasp of the flea life cycle. This life cycle involves four stages - egg, larvae, pupa, and adult. Fleas spend most of their life cycle in the environment, so an effective treatment plan should address both the environment and the animal.
Believe it or not, a common substance such as lime can be a powerful tool in your arsenal against flea infestations in your garden. Lime dehydrates fleas and their eggs, an action that can be life-threatening to them. It’s recommended to sprinkle agricultural lime over the yard. This effectively targets the fleas and larvae, breaking their life cycle. Remember, fleas prefer cool, shaded areas so expose as much of your lawn to sunlight as possible.
Clean your lawn of any debris, leaves, and weeds before using your lawnmower to trim the grass. Sprinkle a thin layer of agricultural lime over the yard. Be sure to water your lawn regularly after applying lime to prevent lime layers from forming in the grass. The amount of lime needed depends on the square footage of your lawn. However, take caution not to add too much lime as it can alter your soil’s pH level, negatively affecting the growth of your plants.
In addition to using lime, consider incorporating additional flea control measures. Some suggestions include using flea collars or flea sprays on your pet, having your pet dipped for fleas at least once a year, keeping your pet away from dirt, cleaning pet bedding regularly, and using flea bombs in the house.
Although using lime can be a cost-effective method for getting rid of fleas in your yard, sometimes the infestation gets to a point where professional help is required. Pest control experts utilize proven methods that are more effective than lime for controlling fleas. This might prove to be necessary if you've tried lime and other methods with little to no success.
Dealing with fleas on cats is not as straightforward as simply sprinkling lime on them. Lime can cause health issues for your feline friend including digestive upset and respiratory irritation. The most effective treatment for fleas on cats usually involves using products recommended by veterinarians. Remember, flea prevention is easier than treatment. Fleas can carry diseases and internal parasites in addition to causing itching from their bites. Take steps to prevent a flea infestation from taking hold.
While lime has its advantage in controlling fleas in the environment, its use on pets raises concerns. A question often encountered is whether lime spray will permanently harden a cat's coat. Lime spray is usually made from real limes and water. Experiences differ with its effectiveness. If you must use lime on your pet, use garden lime; it's less harmful to your pet.
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