How to Use Pennyroyal for Fleas
Pennyroyal, also known as fleabane, is a medicinal herb. It is an alternative treatment for fleas for those who do not want to use chemical insecticides on their pets or homes. Pennyroyal is toxic when ingested by cats, so take care when using the herb to repel fleas. Do not apply pennyroyal directly to the skin of a cat, or put the leaves within reach of a cat, who may try to eat it. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Pennyroyal leaves
- Mortar and pestle
- Cheesecloth
- Pennyroyal essential oil
- Nylon collar
Instructions
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For Humans
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Place a handful of fresh pennyroyal leaves into a mortar and pestle. Grind the leaves to release the oils and aroma. Continue grinding the leaves until they are thoroughly broken up.
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Transfer the leaves to a piece of cheesecloth and tie it off so the leaves won't fall out.
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Rub the cheesecloth over your skin, paying attention to the ankles and feet, where fleas can easily jump onto you from the ground. Hang the cheesecloth in any room infested with fleas, out of the reach of children or pets.
For Pets
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Place three drops of pennyroyal essential oil on the outside of a nylon collar, so it does not come into direct contact with the pet's skin.
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Put the collar on your pet.
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Monitor the pet's neck for any allergic reactions. If the pet begins itching or showing signs of discomfort, remove the collar and get a new one. Decrease the dose to two drops of the oil and put the collar back on.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not spread the essential oil around your yard or home, where your pets could roll in it.
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Comments
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Iam using this to get rid of the fleas on my dog thank you so much with four younge children and a house full of animals this oil really helped.
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I used penny royal tea as a flea repellant on my dog.
