Fleas don’t care for the scent of lemon ,or the limonene in lemons, so applying it to your pet’s coat can deter fleas. Take 6 organic lemons and chop them in half.

What foods do fleas hate?

Just like brewer’s yeast, fleas hate the smell of garlic. For maximum benefit, crush garlic clove and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before adding it to food. I would start with 1/2 of clove for 10-20 lb dog, and a full clove if heavier than that. You can do this 2-3 times a week to prevent flea bites.

What do fleas hate the most?

Like many pests, fleas hate the smell and taste of vinegar, so they’ll do their best to avoid it. Use this information to your advantage by making a vinegar-based flea spray to use on your pet. To make your homemade flea spray, you’ll need white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.