 exocet_cmI am the law - Judge DreddPremium
join:2003-03-23
New Orleans, LA
kudos:2 | How do I kill fleas in my yard? So I have fleas in my backyard. My dog is and has been treated for fleas but she keeps picking them up every time she goes into the backyard. Not one or two, but dozens.
Is there any solution for killing the fleas in the yard?
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| Look into Orth bug b-gone max or cedarcide. |
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 hitachi369Embrace Your RightsPremium
join:2001-10-03
Grand Rapids, MI
kudos:4 | reply to exocet_cm
Sevin dust, but it kills bees too, you will need to weigh the pros and cons. |
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 VioletVenomLets go GatorsPremium
join:2002-01-02
Gainesville, FL | reply to exocet_cm
+1 on the Ortho. Our next door neighbors, with 3 med dogs, moved out. Fleas became a huge issue. Vet recommended the Ortho along with other eradication procedures. Bomb house, wash pet bedding, vacuum carpets. Believe the yard treatment is good for 3 months. Took a while but finally got the infestation under control. |
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 jrs8084Premium
join:2002-03-02
Statesville, NC
kudos:1 | reply to exocet_cm
And once you get things under control (been there), you might consider something like Trifexis. (heart worm/flea control combo). It ain't cheap, but it does work.
Fleas are like mosquitos-they go after some more than others. They love my malinois for some reason. (You probably get to work with the professional ones!) |
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 MsradellP.E.Premium
join:2008-12-25
Louisville, KY | reply to exocet_cm
Diazinon granules do wonders spread across the yard is you can get them! They like anything else that works have been banned for residential use (since 2004) but it's still available for agricultural use so you may be able to find some. |
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exocet_cmI am the law - Judge DreddPremium
join:2003-03-23
New Orleans, LA
kudos:2 | reply to exocet_cm
Thanks yall. |
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Chlordane |
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 Jack_in_VAPremium
join:2007-11-26
Mathews, VA
kudos:1 | Yep works great  |
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 dennismurphyPut me on hold? I'll put YOU on holdPremium
join:2002-11-19
Parsippany, NJ
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Don't give away my secrets! That's my 'thermonuclear' option - when I really, truly want to stop bugs once and for all.
Still have a small enough stash that I can go to war if need be .... That stuff is so awesome! |
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 jack bGone FishingPremium,MVM
join:2000-09-08
Cape Cod
kudos:1 | reply to Oedipus
too bad they stopped selling this |
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 John GaltForward, MarchPremium
join:2004-09-30
Happy Camp
kudos:5 | said by jack b:too bad they stopped selling this
And DDT and TCE... |
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 shdesignsPowered By Infinite Improbabilty DrivePremium
join:2000-12-01
Stone Mountain, GA | reply to Msradell
said by Msradell:Diazinon granules do wonders spread across the yard is you can get them! They like anything else that works have been banned for residential use (since 2004) but it's still available for agricultural use so you may be able to find some.
We had 4 cats and fleas were real bad every year. Bug bombs, dipping the cats and spraying outside only helped some.
Diazinon broadcast on the yard solved the problems.
Too bad it is not readily available anymore.
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iknowPremium
join:2012-03-25 | reply to exocet_cm
sentry fiproguard keeps the fleas from getting on your pets, and will kill any that are on them, without the food they get from your pets(blood) they will die off. fleas hate this stuff, and will avoid being near it!. |
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 SlyPremium
join:2004-02-20
Chuckey, TN
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Me personally, I would forget all the other advice and go with Diatomaceous Earth. If you use any of the other products mentioned you will also kill off the earthworms that keep your yard aerated, nitrogenated and fertilized (which makes for healthier grass). |
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 whizkid3Premium,MVM
join:2002-02-21
Queens, NY
kudos:9 | reply to exocet_cm
Your best bet is to have a company come in and spray the yard, trees, etc. They have access to stronger insecticides and will ensure they get them. Consider getting your two next door neighbors to have it done at the same time; and you can get a discount (and ensure that the fleas are not just going to jump back over the fence.)
Frequent vacuuming in the home helps as well. The fleas that get on your dog will leave their eggs in the house; the sofa, and everywhere your dog goes. If you vacuum every day; they'll be gone before they hatch. |
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 norton
join:2005-08-03
Holland, MI | reply to exocet_cm
Re: How do I kill fleas in my yard? before all the new drugs and applications we had a long haired dog who would get fleas. To rid house we used bug bombs. To prevent bugs for hitching a ride - vet prescribed preventative daily doses of brewers yeast on top of her food and garlic pills. |
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 natedjElectedPremium
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Columbia, SC
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Have you ever considered using a flea and tick prevention for your dog. My vet highly recommends Frontline Plus for this. So if your dog is anywhere besides your yard, they will still be protected.
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exocet_cmI am the law - Judge DreddPremium
join:2003-03-23
New Orleans, LA
kudos:2 | said by natedj:Have you ever considered using a flea and tick prevention for your dog. My vet highly recommends Frontline Plus for this. So if your dog is anywhere besides your yard, they will still be protected.
Yes, the dog it good to go. We have been using flea and tick meds. She'll pick em up and get bit but they die after biting her.
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