Does tea tree oil kill fleas on dogs?

Spraying your dog with a solution of tea tree oil and water can work as a flea repellent as well as a treatment to current flea infestations you may face. Add 1 tsp. of tea tree oil into 1 cup of warm water and stir well. Pour the mixture into a clean spray bottle. read more

Tea tree oil is derived from the melaleuca alternifolia plant and may be a more natural approach to treating and preventing fleas on your dog. According to the Mayo Clinic, tea tree oil is used topically to treat different kinds of infection. read more

Most tea tree oil made to treat fleas might contain other natural oils like cinnamon or nutmeg, contributing to a more offensive aroma. Many natural pet products that contain this oil often have a spray nozzle attached, designed for spraying the oil mixture around the house and on the fur. read more

When diluted and used safely, tea tree oil can kill and repel fleas. But it is among the herbal treatments listed as “especially risky” in the Merck Veterinary Manual. This is because tea tree oil is difficult to dilute properly in home kitchens. read more