If you have pets and someone told you to do something about “preventing fleas ” on your best buddy – you must read the following – and yes, even if your vet sold it to you. It can be Frontline, Revolution or whatever its called – read the ingredients – and always remember the skin is the largest organ of the body – be it a 2 or 4 legged person.
Read more: http://www.care2.com/greenliving/tick-and-flea-products-toxic-to-pets-and-humans.html#ixzz1GDzW53n5
The best way to prevent fleas is with real food, supplements, clean homes, preferably no carpets, and lavender oils
see previous blog entrees or go to http://www.30dayswithoutkibble.com
As to ticks – examine your friend everytime you come back from a walk. Tick will most likely still be walking on their fur. They can easily be picked up and make you squash them – I use a couple of rocks.