http://www.fleacontrolbook.com A comprehensive guide for preventing and getting rid of fleas. Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:30:22 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en reposted from SmartDog The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced it will increase restrictions on topically flea and tick products because they recently documented “a significant increase” in the number of cats and dogs suffering adverse reactions to these products. Dermal, gastrointestinal and neurological effects were the reactions most commonly reported. Over ... http://www.fleacontrolbook.com/naturalfleacontrol/1600-pets-die-in-the-last-5-years-from-topical-flea-control/ If you own a dog or cat, it is almost certain at one time or another that you will have to deal with fleas. And that’s where the trouble begins – not just with the fleas themselves, but with the vast array of commercial flea control products available. Ironically, the majority ... http://www.fleacontrolbook.com/naturalfleacontrol/home-remedies-for-fleas/ Frontline and Frontline Plus are among the most popular topical flea control products. Yet over and over again on discussion boards and in forums, you see comments from dog and cat owners claiming that Frontline isn't working. Commercial topical products such as Frontline, Advantage, K9 Advantix, and Revolution are, of course, ... http://www.fleacontrolbook.com/naturalfleacontrol/what-to-do-when-frontline-is-not-working/ There are many commercial products available to prevent, control, and kill fleas, but the majority of these products contain unsafe, harmful ingredients. In fact, most commercially available pesticides contain toxic chemicals. Often these ingredients are toxic to the very animals they are supposed to protect – and can even do ... http://www.fleacontrolbook.com/naturalfleacontrol/harmful_chemicals/ When fleas infest your home, they can get everywhere; in fact, any place your dog or cat frequents, fleas will be present. Carpets, rugs and upholstered furniture are especially vulnerable to infestation. Adult fleas jump from animals to these surfaces and lay eggs. These eggs hatch as larvae that can ... http://www.fleacontrolbook.com/naturalfleacontrol/get-rid-of-fleas-salt/ Flea allergy dermatitis: the most common dog allergy “Harmless as a flea” may be a common expression but, unfortunately, fleas are not entirely harmless. At the very least, a flea bite will cause an animal to scratch. Because one flea is just a sign of many fleas, animals typically get multiple ... http://www.fleacontrolbook.com/naturalfleacontrol/flea-allergy-dermatitis-the-most-common-dog-allergy/ Diatomaceous earth, sometimes referred to as “DE,” is a natural substance that is actually created from the remains of diatoms, microscopic water plants that are like algae. It contains such minerals as silicon, calcium, sodium, and magnesium. It has a consistency similar to talcum powder and is available at most ... http://www.fleacontrolbook.com/naturalfleacontrol/diatomaceous-earth-the-a-miracle-cure-for-flea-control/ Watch an interview with accomplished author Barry Silverstein where he shares his motivations for writing the book, the risks with commercial products, and free tips and tricks you can use immediately . Video Timeline 0 - 1:00 Barry´s background/motivation for writing the book 1:00 - 1:55 What does "naturally" mean? ... http://www.fleacontrolbook.com/naturalfleacontrol/interview-with-flea-control-expert-and-author-barry-silverstein/ Author Barry Silverstein shares with us interesting facts about the flea life-cycle and  natural flea control strategy. This is in audio book style. http://www.fleacontrolbook.com/naturalfleacontrol/natural-flea-control-podcast-with-barry/ Types of Fleas There are about 2,200 flea species throughout the world, but don't panic. Humans typically encounter only a few: Cat flea - This is the most common flea in the United States. Despite its name, the cat flea will suck the blood of not only cats, but also dogs and ... http://www.fleacontrolbook.com/naturalfleacontrol/2200-flea-species-is-too-many/