Earth Talk: Flea-collar chemicals are dangerous

Dear EarthTalk: I’m told that, despite improvements in recent years, pesticides in flea collars are still harmful to pets and humans. Are there ways to minimize fleas without resorting to chemical concoctions? And is anything being done to ban these dangerous products from store shelves?

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There aren’t a lot of home remedies for getting rid of fleas, but vacuuming a lot and washing bedding are good ways to help get rid of fleas. Discover what measures can be taken at home to get rid of fleas with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on pest control. Expert: Dr. James Talbott Bio: Dr. James R. Talbott is a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, Tenn. Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge

Video Rating: 4 / 5