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Fleas are a very common problem for your dog and for your family if allowed to multiply.
While fleas are a normal infestation for your dog, if left untreated they can become a serious health risk to your pet, leading to infections that in severe cases can be life threatening.
Fleas can affect the health of your dog in several ways, firstly they suck the blood of your pet and in puppies or very small dog breeds this can cause anemia, reducing the immune resistance of your pet and allowing other diseases to take hold.
Flea bites can also lead to serious skin infection by puncturing the skin and providing the opportunity for bacteria and/or fungi to become established.
Flea bites can also aggravate the skin causing your dog to scratch or bite the area which can lead to further skin trauma.
Furthermore once your dog has fleas, they will be spread about the home and will often transfer to your family.
Treatment options:
A simple, effective and natural way to keep fleas away is to add Manuka and Tea Tree oil to the final rinse following shampooing of your dog. These natural essential oils are combined in a formula that will provide natural protection for your dog. A few drops can also be put on your dog’s leather collar which will support the rinsing method.
Manuka and Tea Tree oil also comes in a convenient cream formulation which can be applied lightly to your dog’s coat before he or she meets up with other dogs to prevent flea transfer from another animal.
Using natural Manuka and Tea Tree products to control fleas on your dog means that you won’t have to constantly use synthetic chemicals that can cause side effects in many sensitive dogs.
To protect and enhance your dog’s immune system especially if your dog is suffering from anemia, a daily supplement of New Zealand Deer Velvet will provide a balanced intake of essential nutrients.
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