Flea Solutions

Our business has been running since 2003 and since then we have been looking for a safe, natural and effective solution to fleas. We have tried a number of products and had some success but not something that we can get super excited about using and recommending. When we came across the NeemPet range we had an excited expectation that we might have found what we have been looking for.

I own 3 pets, 2 Jack Russells and a black Burmese x. We have been struggling with a flea problem for a while and just couldn't seem to eradicate the problem. We have been doing everything we know of to help with the problem, but would not consider opting back to the dangerous toxic flea treatments that are commonly used. We feed a raw diet, do not use any chemicals on our pets or in their environment, we have been giving extra supplements to food to help boost their immune system and help fight the nasty pets off from the inside, we have used diatomaceous earth through the house and yard, we have been washing weekly and vacuuming multiple times a week. Still the problem persisted. One of our dogs was also scratching and biting so much that his skin was looking red raw and he was losing hair.

Then things got worse with the weeks of rain we had last year followed by the floods - we had such bad fleas that they started biting my husband as well. He had had enough and I was getting desperate. Having an eco friendly, all natural and organic business we needed to be able to offer our customer a solution to this nasty problem that i not just a problem to pets but also to the owners who have to put up with constant scratching and uncomfortable pets.

The claims from Neempet were pretty impressive and the testimonials I read made me get a little more excited. Could this really work?

We decided to place an order and stocked up on these products in store. I took some home and immediately washed my dogs in the NeemPet soap. It smelt great and I could see the fleas were dead on contact - this stuff was really working like it said. After the bath the dogs coat was so unbelievably soft and felt so clean. It also had no lingering doggy smell that is often there after the bath. Then on the recommendation of Neempet, we sprayed the pets with the NeemPet Pet & Equine Spray daily to begin with (in times of high infestation). Then it was only used once a week, or when we noticed any fleas.

The outcome?? The pets have all stopped scratching, there are no fleas biting my husband, our dog who had the red itchy skin now has soft skin that looks normal and healthy. We have had the range in our stores for about 3 weeks now and had sold out within the first week!! This i a great product that REALLY works.

I have no hesitation in recommending the NeemPet Range of products. They work not only on pets riddled with fleas, but also on those who have skin issues and allergies. Do yourself a favour and stop using toxic chemicals on your pets and change to a product that works and is SAFE!

If your dog has a skin irritation - try their skin solution for fantastic results!

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Diatomaceous Earth - Flea Solution

Diatomaceous Earth
100% organic, (Fossil Shell Flour) Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is the finely ground fossils of prehistoric fresh water diatoms. It kills household and garden pests like cockroaches, ants, slugs, fleas, beetles and many other crawling insects. Works great indoors or out. Insects die within 48 hours of contact. Listed for use in organic production. Completely safe for humans and pets!!

PEST CONTROL
Diatomaceous earth is used as an insecticide. Its fine powder absorbs lipids from the waxy outer layer of insects' exoskeletons, which causes them to dehydrate. It's often used instead of boric acid to control and eliminate a cockroach infestation. It's used to control insects in grain storage, and also to get rid of ticks, fleas, aphids, silverfish, bed bugs, red spider mites, and other insects in the home.
Use it as a barrier against slugs and snails. Diatomaceous Earth is pure organic so it won't harm the soil, earthworms, or any animals that eat the insects that came in contact with it.
Use Diatomaceous earth outdoors in the garden, on the lawn, and around the foundation of your home. Use it in storage sheds, in your attic, basement, and under your house.
To prevent termites, sprinkle in wood chips, mulch, and in dark damp areas. Put it in the walls around insulation when building or renovating a home.
Diatomaceous earth will also kill beneficial insects, so avoid using it where beneficial insects may stay.

INDOOR USE
Earwigs, Millipedes, Centipedes, Silverfish, Cockroaches, Ants: Lightly coat a thin layer in areas where these pests are found or may hide, such as cracks and crevices, behind and beneath refrigerators, cabinets, stoves, garbage cans and in and around sewer pipes and drains, window frames and in attics and basements. Dust insects directly if possible. Repeat treatment regularly.
FLEAS
Rub directly into your pet's fur (carefully avoiding your pet’s eyes).Thoroughly treat floor and bedding in and around pets' sleeping quarters. Treat surrounding cracks and crevices, baseboards, carpeting and wherever fleas are suspected. Diatomaceous Earth is a fine powder which can clog vacuum filters. Please use sparingly anywhere that will be vacuumed.

OUTDOOR USE
Ants, Cockroaches, Earwigs and Other Crawling Insects: Lightly coat a thin layer in areas where these insect pests are found such as patios, window and door frames, outdoor sills. Dust around foundations, along ant trails, and around sewer pipes and drains. Repeat treatment as necessary.
GARDENING
Diatomaceous earth can be used as a growing medium in hydroponic gardens. It is also used as a growing medium in potted plants, particularly as bonsai soil. Bonsai enthusiasts use it as a soil additive, or pot a bonsai tree in 100% Diatomaceous earth. Like perlite, vermiculite, and expanded clay, it retains water and nutrients while draining fast and freely, allowing high oxygen circulation within the growing medium.
It's beneficial as a soil additive, adding nitrogen to the soil. Diatomaceous earth can retain over 6 times its weight in moisture and will release it as the plants need it.

PLANT PESTS
For control of aphids, white fly, beetles, loopers, mites, leaf hoppers, and other pests use Diatomaceous Earth inside your home, greenhouse or outdoors on fruits, vegetables, flowers, grains and grass up to and including the day of harvest. For dry application of Diatomaceous Earth use a duster and cover the entire plant or a flour sifter could be used to do this. Apply to both the top and bottom of the leaf. Diatomaceous Earth will need reapplication after a rain. Applies best when there is dew or after a light rain. It is a long lasting, effective powder. The insects cannot build up resistance.

PETS
Our best friends come in all shapes and sizes. Protect them with Fossil Shell. When lightly rubbed into their coats it is very effective against fleas, ticks, lice, and other pests on pet dogs, cats, and their premises. It can also be used as an organic wormer and will kill any worms or parasites the pets may have. When using as a de-wormer, mix the Fossil Shell Flour into their food.

ASK YOUR VET HOW MUCH FOR YOUR SIZE PET.
GENERAL APPLICATION RATES:
Cows/Horses get 1-2 oz daily
Sheep/Goats/Hogs get 1/2 oz daily
Kittens - 1/4 tsp daily
Cats get 1/2 tsp daily
Large Cats - 1 tsp daily
Dogs to 30lb - 1/3 tsp daily
31-50lbs - ½ tsp daily
51-75lbs - 1tsp
76-100lbs - 1 & ½ tsp daily
100lbs + - 1 & ¾ tsp daily
For Chickens and other livestock you need to weigh the feed and add 2% of that weight in Diatomaceous Earth. Your pets and livestock will also get the benefit of over 14 trace minerals that make up Diatomaceous Earth.

CLEAN SPILLS
Because of its absorbency, it's a great product to use for cleaning up spills, and it's even used to clean up toxic liquid spills.

USE IN AGRICULTURE
Diatomaceous earth used as a livestock feed supplement. It's used on organic vegetables and in grain storage. That white powder wash you see on organic vegetables and fruits is probably Diatomaceous earth and it is safe to eat. Diatomaceous Earth is used in grains, rice, oats, beans and other grains for protection from insects. It keeps fly larvae from developing in manure. Mix it with feed for chickens and turkeys. It makes their shells harder, dries droppings quickly and reduces odours.

HUMAN USES FOR FOSSIL SHELL FLOUR
There are no studies or research to prove Fossil Shell Flour is beneficial to humans, but there are many testimonials. It is suggested to mix 1 heaping tsp. with a glass of water or juice on a daily basis.
FOOD GRADE Diatomaceous earth (Fossil shell flour) is believed to eliminate parasites, stop arthritis, clean your colon, reduce cholesterol levels, regulate bowl movements, stop diarrhoea, pull heavy metals form the bloodstream, and much more. In Europe, it's used to strengthen hair, bones, teeth, skin and nails.

USE DIATOMACEOUS EARTH SAFELY
Do not put Diatomaceous earth in a microwave.
Because of its absorbent qualities, your hands can become dry if you don't wear gloves.
If you have asthma or some other lung ailment, wear a mask or make sure you're not around any moving air.
Diatomaceous earth is drying to the eyes, so don't handle it when you or your pets are downwind of it. If you use it on your pets, put a towel over your pet's head to protect its eyes.
Don't give Diatomaceous earth to very small pregnant animals such as cats and guinea pigs.
Don't continually feed it to babies or small animals. Diatomaceous Earth can be fed on a continuous basis to larger animals and livestock.
If you sprinkle Diatomaceous earth in your carpet to control fleas or other insects, don't use very much. Because of its powdery substance, too much may clog your vacuum cleaner.
Don't use pool filter grade diatomaceous earth around animals. It can poison or kill them. Only use food grade diatomaceous earth
(fossil shell flour).
Wear a dust mask when applying large amounts of Diatomaceous Earth.

Diatomaceous Earth is now available from both stores.

myFleaTrap - How Does It Work?

My Flea Trap - safe, effective, environmentally friendly!

My Flea Trap is a safe, cordless and highly effective device designed to rid your home of fleas swiftly and efficiently.
My Flea Trap is chemical free and environmentally friendly.

• cordless, lightweight and portable
• unique design can also trap larvae
• light attracts fleas withing range of 40ft and beyond
• can clear a room of fleas overnight

This is an all natural way to help keep the flea situation in hand. Give it a try and you will be AMAZED at how well it works!

Available in August from both stores and our online store

Dangers of Flea and Tick products

This article gives some great information about the dangers associated with spot on flea and tick treatments. We have been concerned about the issue of putting chemicals onto our pets skin (the largest organ which takes these chemicals straight into the blood stream). We have been searching for a long time to discover an alternative.

Coming soon - an all natural alternative to chemical spot ons, using essential oils and an ancient product that is safely used worldwide in organic farming. Will keep you informed about the arrival of these products.

http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2010/03/31/dangers-of-flea-and-tick-problems.aspx