Folks,
When we talk about skin allergies in dogs, we recognize that many allergic reactions stem from a flea bite, no matter how careful we are in keeping them away from our dogs.
However, flea control products have the potential to be quite harmful too. The EPA has recently issued a special alert for spot-on pesticides (http://dogtravelnetwork.com/dog_travel_news/?p=456). Please read this report if you use the monthly flea control drops.
A natural alternative to get rid of fleas and discourage them from approaching your pet between baths is to use aromatherapy from organic essential oils. Our certified organic shampoo bars are wonderful for this purpose. Plus, they lather very well, rinse very quickly and easily, and are an excellent value. One bar lasts longer than a 16-oz bottle of shampoo, is easier to use, and is less than half the price. (Read a Secret Shopper review here.)
Please use caution with any flea and tick treatment that is applied topically. Check the ingredients and go online to find out how these things really work and what the risks are. Almost in every case, a natural solution will be much more pleasant and certainly safer.
Health, happiness and dog love...
Dr Adelia
