How to avoid mosquito bites in pets

If you want to protect the furriest ones in the house from mosquito bites, which are dangerous for them, this is your article, you will find how to defend them.

The mosquitoes They are usually a inconvenience, for us and for the most hairy and defenseless of the house. Therefore, it must protect well our pets also from the dangerous mosquito bite.

What can I do to protect them?

Applying an insect repellent for pets can always be a good idea, these sprays come in handy to protect them from insects. mosquitoes, fleas and ticks. Especially if you plan to spend a long period of time with your pet away from home.

  • Sprays are usually against fleas and ticks, you should look for one that also specializes in mosquitoes.
  • If your spray is for cat avoid sprays with Permethrins, you should find one with Pyrethrins. 
  • If your spray is for dogs look for one with Permethrins. 

Permethrin is not good for cats, you should check carefully before purchasing the product.

Can I use a natural remedy against them?

If you don't want to use an anti-insect spray on your pet, there are different natural options that will keep mosquitoes away from your dog.

One of those options is the lemon eucalyptus spray. This is a natural remedy that is almost as effective as anti-insect sprays, plus it can be used on both pets and humans.

Another option is to try the citrus. For this we must boil three sliced lemons and 2 cups of water, we let it rest and added it to a spray. We spray our pet with the mixture and the mosquitoes will stay away.

  • Avoid spraying in the pet's face. Try rubbing with your hands.
  • Avoid areas with wounds on the animal.
Do it yourself: Natural Repellent for your Pet