What is a natural flea repellent for dogs?
Cedarwood, geranium, rosemary, lavender and lemongrass are classic plant oils used to repel fleas and ticks, and Isabella's Clearly FLEA & TICK for dogs blends all five in sweet almond oil. It is a natural repellent, not a pesticide, so it does not replace a vet-prescribed treatment for an active infestation. Many owners use it daily before walks, hikes and yard time.
How do you apply flea and tick oil to a dog?
Put a small amount of oil on your hands and gently massage it into your dog's skin and coat, especially the neck, back, legs and base of the tail. You can also rub a little onto the collar. Avoid the eyes, face and genitals.
How often can you use flea and tick oil on dogs?
Repeat as needed, allowing 6-8 hours between applications. Reapply after baths, swimming or a long day outdoors, since water and rubbing wear the oil off the coat.
Is flea and tick oil safe if my dog licks it?
Let it absorb before your dog can lick it. Isabella's Clearly FLEA & TICK for dogs is for external use on dogs only, so apply a small amount, massage it in well and distract your dog for a few minutes. Avoid the nose and mouth, and stop using it if any irritation occurs.
Can I use dog flea and tick oil on my cat?
No.Isabella's Clearly FLEA & TICK for dogs is formulated for dogs only, because cats are much more sensitive to essential oils. For cats, use our essential-oil-free CATS-FLEA hydrosol spray instead.
Can you use flea oil on a dog's irritated skin?
No. Don't apply Isabella's Clearly FLEA & TICK for dogs to broken or irritated skin; let scratches or hot spots settle first, and stop if you notice redness. If your dog has a skin condition, check with your vet before using any essential oil product.
What's in Clearly DOGS-FLEA flea and tick oil?
Cedarwood, geranium, rosemary, organic lavender and organic lemongrass essential oils in a base of sweet almond oil. There is no alcohol, water, synthetic fragrance, parabens, phthalates or pesticides, and it is vegan and handcrafted in the USA.
Is flea oil better than flea drops for dogs?
They work differently. Monthly spot-on drops are pesticides you apply once a month, while Isabella's Clearly FLEA & TICK for dogs is a natural repellent oil you massage into the coat whenever your dog heads outside
What does Clearly DOGS-FLEA flea and tick oil smell like?
Isabella's Clearly FLEA & TICK for dogs has a natural herbal scent from cedarwood, geranium, rosemary, lavender and lemongrass, with no synthetic fragrance. Most people find it fresh and woodsy, and the scent softens as the oil absorbs into the coat.
How can I keep fleas and ticks off my dog naturally?
Use Isabella's Clearly FLEA & TICK for dogs before outdoor time, check your dog for ticks after walks in tall grass or woods, wash bedding often and vacuum regularly. Keeping the coat brushed also makes it easier to spot pests early.