Natural Parasite & Flea Support for Dogs and Cats

 

A practical guide to natural worming, flea control for cats and dogs. Support your pet’s gut, skin, and coat with cautious, natural approaches to worms and fleas.

All information gathered here is my own opinions & recipes.   Use at your own risk.

 

Do you notice any of these signs?

  • Weight loss, dull coat, constant hunger

  • Loose stools, or vomiting

  • Frequent itching, dry skin, red paws

These can indicate parasites and/or an unhealthy gut. Deworming and flea control are ongoing parts of keeping pets healthy.

My General Routine (personal experience)

  • Timing: I worm my animals most months around the full moon (2 days before and 3 days after).

  • Rotation: I vary the approach each month with different items listed below.  I often re worm ~14 days later with something different especially in spring & autumn.

⚠️ You may wish to your veterinarian before trying new remedies—especially for puppies/kittens, pregnant or senior pets, or pets on medication.

Natural Worming Options I Use

(Added to food unless noted)

  • Homeopathic cat & dog worming drops

  • Garlic granules (small culinary amounts only; avoid for sensitive pets)

  • Food-grade diatomaceous earth

  • Homemade apple cider vinegar

  • Turmeric + black pepper + flaxseed oil or cold pressed oils

  • Activated charcoal (short, targeted use)

  • Ground pumpkin seeds

If any pet looks unwell, I add a probiotic to their morning raw egg/raw milk mix until their coat improves.  I continue this until I see their coat come back to optimum health.

Flea Prevention: Environment First

  • Regular flea combing.   Flea combing is tedious, but necessary if you see a flea.

  • A little Diatomaceous earth underneath bedding.

  • Spray resting areas/kennels with a pet-safe environmental spray.

  • Place tansy and bay leaves under bedding.

  • Wash bedding frequently (I prefer a mild, homemade or fragrance-free detergent)

  •  I spray the environment where they lay, the base of their baskets & their kennels with either super bug spray or flea spray from Bunnings.  I also lay rosemary, nasturtiums, marigold or tansy leaves under their bedding.  Keeping the environment clear is the biggest Hurdle.

Dietary Add-Ins I Rotate

  • A little oil to keep skin moisturised (e.g., flaxseed, coconut, or fish oil)

  • Garlic granules (small amounts; avoid for sensitive pets)

  • Sulphur powder (very small amounts)

  • Black walnut hull powder (very small amounts)

  • Homeopathic tick & flea remedy

Simple Topical Spray 

Use a 1-litre spray bottle and combine:

  • Clove oil

  • Canola oil (2 cups)
  • garlic oil

  • A few drops tea tree oil 

  • lemongrass tincture 
  • a few drops of low odour kerosene 

  • 1 capful neem oil 

  • A little aloe vera gel or aloe Vera hair oil substitute

  • Coconut oil


    Clearly the main ingredient here is oil.  This appears to smother the ticks and fleas and repel them also.  The animals aren’t overly happy when I spray this onto their collar or the back of their beach’s or behinds.  However, the big ph@rma chemical alternative, in my opinion is far worse.  Shake well, spray directly onto the animal or onto a brush or your hands, then work through the coat—avoid eyes, nose, and mouth. Stop if any irritation occurs.

Bathing & Food Notes

  • Use a moisturising pet bar/shampoo to avoid stripping natural oils.

  • Dry skin = itchy skin.

  • Highly processed, inflammatory kibble can worsen itch; consider improving diet.. see my dog wellness package for more information located in the menu under shop.