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Removing eggs from the carpet disrupts the life cycle.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images
Vacuum curtains, carpet and upholstery to get rid of flea eggs, larvae and fleas. Seal the vacuum bag in a trash bag immediately after vacuuming to kill the fleas. - 2). Launder all washable fabrics, including pet bedding covers, washable upholstery and blankets. Use laundry detergent and the hottest water possible to kill fleas in all stages of the life cycle. Dry the fabrics in the dryer, when possible, or hang dry.
- 3). Fill a shallow bowl two-thirds of the way full. Squirt 1 tsp. dishwashing detergent into the bowl and stir to mix.
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Light attracts fleas and leads them to drown in soap water.Jupiterimages/Creatas/Getty Images
Plug in a nightlight in a room where fleas have been spotted. Set the bowl of detergent and water underneath the nightlight and turn the nightlight on; if necessary, darken the room by closing curtains. Fleas are attracted by the light and will go to the water and drown when the dish detergent prevents them from flying or hopping away. - 5
Washing the dog kills fleas and relieves irritation.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images
Shampoo your pets to kill fleas residing in their fur. Any mild shampoo, such as baby shampoo, works well for this as it is the soap that kills the fleas.
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