Indoor flea spray - indoor flea treatment

Skin irritation is not the most unpleasant thing that fleas cause. They cause serious harm to the health of cats - for example, parasites are carriers of worms, and also spread distemper or toxoplasmosis. When symptoms of arachnoenthomosis (the so-called infection by harmful insects) appear, pet owners are required to immediately begin treatment - for example, moisten the cat’s fur with a special spray. This form of the drug is convenient to use, and its economical consumption allows you to evenly treat the entire body of the pet.

2 How does flea spray work?
3 Types of sprays
4 Table: comparison of popular flea sprays
5 Which spray is suitable for a kitten, pregnant cat
6 Advantages and disadvantages of sprays compared to other products
7 Safety rules when using flea sprays
8 Reviews of flea sprays

When flea treatment is required, how to choose the appropriate drug

Before you start using any anti-parasite remedy, you need to make sure that the problem is fleas. Just by the presence of a couple of red inflammations, similar to insect bites, it is impossible to draw a conclusion about a parasitic infection. This could be an allergic rash or skin diseases, which will only be complicated by the use of antiparasitic drugs. In addition to the rash, a set of symptoms indicates fleas:

The cat itches frequently and sharply, constantly twitching its fur.
When brushing a cat's hair, dark grains of sand fall onto the floor - these are flea excrement. If you throw them into a drop of water, the liquid will turn pink or brown (from the blood content that the parasites feed on).
White dense balls are visible on the fibers of the fur - these are flea eggs.
Small insects hide in the undercoat or on the skin, which are difficult to catch, as they are quite nimble and jump high.

Skin rashes and constant scratching are not direct indications for the use of flea medications - these drugs are toxic, so first you need to make sure of a parasitic infestation using more reliable signs

Only after you are convinced by all signs that your cat is parasitic infested should you begin to select suitable medications for treatment. External flea remedies are available in the form of collars, drops, sprays, and shampoos. The aerosol version has the following advantages:

Sprays have minimal or moderate toxicity (for comparison: almost all flea drops have increased toxicity).
Suitable for application to the entire fur of a pet (whereas drops and collars act on the withers area, which is why fleas can “run across” to the cat’s hips and tail, which are safe for them).
Easy to use, do not require special skills to use.
You can easily control the concentration of the product applied (for example, treat areas with thick undercoat more thoroughly).
They have a prolonged protective effect. When applied correctly, the effect lasts 5–12 days, after which the use of sprays can be repeated.

Sprays are ideal for large cats with long hair - drops and collars are not very effective for them

Before purchasing, you should carefully study the label of the spray and its instructions. The fact is that there are two types of flea aerosols - suitable for application to the body of the animal itself and intended only for treating premises. The second type is more concentrated; when applied to the skin, it can cause severe irritation, and when swallowed (for example, when a cat washes itself with its tongue) it will cause acute poisoning. Treat cats only with medications that are labeled as follows: “For external use in cats.”

Selecting a spray based on various parameters

When choosing and purchasing an effective anti-parasite spray, you need to pay attention to the following nuances:

the components of the anti-flea spray, which usually include various insecticidal substances that act on insects, must be as safe as possible and quite effective;
highly toxic preparations are only suitable for professional treatment of premises by pest control specialists; their use in an apartment will be dangerous to the health of residents, especially if there are small children or allergy sufferers;
many sprays have differences in the method of exposure and application: some can only be used in the absence of residents for a certain period of time;
It is also better to choose drugs that are not at the lowest price, since this is evidence of their poor quality, but you should also not overpay and buy too expensive products.

On a note!
Flea spray for humans is not available in stores. You can protect yourself from parasite bites using products used to protect against mosquitoes and mosquitoes.

How does flea spray work?

The composition of aerosol products may vary. First of all, sprays are divided into synthetic and natural. The second variety is less effective and is suitable for prevention or for treating weakened, pregnant cats and cubs. In such preparations, oils of citronella, cinnamon, lavender, cloves or celandine are mainly added - these plants do not kill, but expel fleas from the body of a pet, and do not irritate the cat with their smell.

GreenFort flea biospray is an example of a product with a completely natural composition

Synthetic drugs mainly contain fipronil, permethrin, finylpyrazole. These substances are insecticides - they destroy the central nervous system of insects by blocking GABA-closed chloride channels and glutamate-closed chloride channels. This causes hyperexcitation of the nerves and muscles, and the fleas are paralyzed for 12 to 36 hours. During this time, you need to comb out the animal from immobilized parasites, and then carefully sweep the floors in the apartment. The sprayed product remains on the cat's fur for about 7-15 days (that is, any insect that jumps on the cat will be paralyzed).

Spray Bars is the most common flea drug with a synthetic composition (it works due to fipronil, which paralyzes fleas)

The disadvantage of sprays with synthetic insecticides is their toxicity. Even at low concentrations, the risk of side effects is high. Almost always, after using the product, the cat feels a little nauseous and may experience vomiting or diarrhea. This is the price of efficiency. Modern products have added additional components that neutralize the harmful effects of drugs. But it is still very important to observe the correct dosage and storage conditions - keep the drugs tightly closed away from children and pets (so that they do not use the spray for other purposes).

How to use flea control in an apartment

In the fight against bloodsuckers, insecticides in the form of sprays are effective means. When processing a room with them, you must adhere to the following rules:

close windows and doors tightly;
remove all cats, dogs, people from the house;
the person who will handle the processing must wear protective equipment;
you should spray as many surfaces as possible in the house, not forgetting that fleas and cockroaches love secluded places that are difficult for humans to reach;
the room after treatment should remain closed for several hours;
after this, the apartment is ventilated and wet cleaning is done;
Things that have been exposed to a spray of insecticide must be washed.

Fighting fleas, cockroaches and other insects is a rather complicated process. If you can get rid of adult individuals in one treatment, then in the most secluded corners there are their larvae and eggs, which are the most difficult to get rid of.

Therefore, before disinfestation, you should clean the entire room , move furniture away from the walls, and wash surfaces. When processing, special attention should be paid to cracks, baseboards, carpets, and furniture.

Effective flea sprays

Flea spray is designed to kill fleas and ticks indoors.
At the same time, you don’t have to spray the whole house with it. It is enough to treat only the infected areas. This could be sofas, carpets, furniture, cat and dog bedding. Flea destroys both adult parasites and their larvae and pupae. Duration of action after treatment is up to six weeks. Cucaracha remedy , which will cope not only with fleas, but also with cockroaches and other pests that infest the apartment. The effectiveness of this insecticide is proven by the fact that it is widely used by professional pest control services.

For one hundred square meters of area, 50 ml of the drug is enough. Cucaracha has only one drawback - it has a pungent odor and toxicity . Therefore, when using it, you must follow all safety rules.

Spray Raptor is a very popular product used to kill ticks, fleas, cockroaches and many other insects. It contains insecticides that are safe for people and animals, which first cause paralysis and then death in parasites. One cylinder is enough to treat surfaces up to 50 square meters. m.

The Raid product will help destroy any parasites that have entered the house. It contains an insecticide that is harmless to humans and animals. The drug has no odor. One cylinder is enough for 50 sq. meters of area.

Varieties of the drug Combat can cope with all types of insects, including flying ones. All of them are moderately toxic and therefore not dangerous for people and animals.

Celandine C326 is a product that contains the natural active substance permethrin. It is completely non-toxic and harmless to animals and people. The spray will destroy all parasites and protect the house from their reappearance for at least three months.

GET® is an ideal flea insecticide because it is odorless and completely safe for both humans and pets. The microencapsulated suspension can remain on surfaces for a long period, which guarantees you the complete destruction of fleas in the house.

No matter how non-toxic and safe insecticides are, processing with them must be carried out using rubber gloves and a respirator.

Flea sprays for people

There are special means that are designed to protect people from attacks by parasites.
They contain safe insecticides that can be used even on small children. Such sprays are in great demand among lovers of outdoor recreation, where there are many blood-sucking insects. You just need to treat the skin, clothes , sleeping bags, and tents with the drug. Aerosols are suitable for this:

Contra.
Atas.
Oz.
Moskitol.
Gardex.
Gall-rat.
Biban.
Off.

After using these remedies, you will be able to rest peacefully - bites from blood-sucking insects will no longer be scary.

Aerosols and sprays against fleas for cats and dogs

Today you can remove parasites from pets using various means, a wide selection of which is offered in stores. Usually, after using insecticidal sprays, fleas from the body of a cat or dog go away after the first treatment . The most popular means for killing parasites on pets are:

Bars is a domestically produced drug based on permethrin. Cats are very sensitive to the active substance of Bars, so it should be used with caution. Large dogs tolerate the drug well.
Bars Forte is a new generation insecticide. It is lethal to parasites and completely safe for pets.
Frontline spray contains fipronil. This insecticide has a nerve-paralytic effect on fleas. If, when using it, the animal begins to salivate profusely, do not be alarmed. Thus, the body reacts to the alcohol contained in the drug Frontline. For a whole year, 100 ml of product will be enough to protect a pet weighing 5 kg.
BlochNet is a line of medications from which you can choose the one that is suitable for your pet of a certain weight, age and breed. Even cats and dogs that are allergic to insecticides can be treated with BlochNet spray.
Senti Pro is a spray, the active substance of which acts on the animal for another two weeks after treatment. Suitable for dogs with long hair.
Hartz Ultra Guard insecticide can only be used to treat pets over six months of age. It is dangerous for puppies and kittens. It is recommended to use the drug for preventive purposes by treating your pet’s fur before going outside.

Pets should be treated with sprays with extreme caution . This is best done in a well-ventilated area, wearing a protective collar on your pet. After treatment, you need to make sure that the animal does not start licking the insecticide.

Types of sprays

Flea remedies differ depending on the stages of insects they affect. Very strong drugs affect both adult fleas and larvae. They are capable of eating away even parasite eggs. But since cats have thin skin and are small in size, this drug is not suitable for them - it is too poisonous. Household sprays with medium and weak concentrations of active substances act only on adult insects, so it is recommended to use the products in courses (treat the animal with them once a week for a month - this will remove all parasites, giving them time to transform into sexually mature individuals, but not allowing postpone the new masonry).

If the spray packaging indicates that it is suitable for treating cats and for cleaning premises, then you should know that the composition contains an increased content of active substances (mildly toxic sprays will not be able to paralyze insects lurking on the floor). Treat pets with such drugs with extreme caution. The instructions for such products usually indicate that they are suitable for application to the fur of cats weighing more than 4.5 kg that do not have chronic or acute pathologies. Of course, strong sprays are prohibited for pregnant cats and small kittens.

By the way, if the product says that it is suitable for removing fleas, then it will also be suitable for protecting against ticks. These two types of blood-sucking parasites have a similar structure and an identical reaction to toxins, therefore all antiparasitic drugs act on them in the same way. If the spray contains moxidectin, then it has an additional property - when subsequently licked from the fur, the product enters the cat’s gastrointestinal tract and there destroys helminths (worms).

Inspector spray is an example of a product with a wide spectrum of action that relieves cats of fleas, ticks and worms

Table: comparison of popular flea sprays

Spray name	The main active ingredients in the composition	Package volume	Approximate consumption for one treatment of a cat	Toxicity level	Approximate price (in rubles)
Inspector (Russia)	fipronil - 0.4%; pyriproxyfen - 0.2%; moxidectin – 0.1%	100 ml	2–3 ml per 1 kg of weight (one press on the sprayer produces 0.8 ml). The treatment is repeated 2–3 times with a break of 5–6 days.	Medium (but when licking the product from the fur, it has an antihelminthic effect).	610
Ms.Kiss (Russia - Switzerland)	neem, wormwood, clove, citronella oils.	200 ml	1 ml (one spray) per 1 kg of animal weight. The treatment is repeated 4 times at weekly intervals.	Very low due to the herbal composition of the product.	290
Bars Forte (Russia)	fipronil - 3%	100 ml	0.5 ml (one spray) per 1 kg of animal weight. The treatment is repeated 2-3 times with an interval of 5-7 days.	Average	350
Animal Play (Russia)	essential oils of citronella and cloves.	200 ml	3–4 ml per 1 kg of weight (one press on the sprayer produces 0.5 ml). The treatment is repeated 4–5 times with an interval of 5–6 days.	Very low due to completely herbal composition.	115
Frontline (France)	fipronil - 2%	250 ml	3 ml per 1 kg of animal weight with short hair, for long-haired animals - 6 ml per kg (one spray gives 0.5–0.6 ml). The course consists of 3 treatments with a break of 5–6 days.	Average	1300
BlochNet (Russia)	fipronil - 0.5%; benzyl benzoate - 5.6%; diethyltoluamide - 6%	150 ml	2 ml per 1 kg of animal weight (one press of the sprayer produces approximately 0.8 ml of solution). Treatment is carried out 4 times at intervals of 6 days.	Average	175
Beaphar Spot On Spray (Netherlands)	mangose oil, ricin oil, citronella, lavender, bergamot extracts	150 ml	2 ml (two sprays) per 1 kg of weight of a cat with short hair, 5 ml for a long-haired animal. The procedure is repeated 4–5 times at intervals of a week.	Very low due to the natural composition of the spray.	860
GreenFort BioSpray	essential oils of citronella, cloves, lavender, cinnamon.	200 ml	4 ml (three sprays) per 1 kg of animal weight with short hair, 6 ml for a long-haired cat. Application is repeated 5-6 times with an interval of 7 days.	Low due to completely herbal composition.	460

The best anti-flea sprays and aerosols for indoors

The modern market offers a wide variety of anti-flea sprays and aerosols for indoor use.

Raid

Universal multicomponent insecticide. Effective against various flying and crawling insects. The product contains three active ingredients

Cypermethrin. A contact-intestinal pyrethroid that paralyzes the nervous system of adults and insect larvae. Resistant to temperature changes and ultraviolet radiation, remains active for up to 30 days after application;
Imiprotrine. Second generation synthetic pyrethroid. Safe for humans, has a systemic paralytic effect on insects;
Prallethrin. Insecticide with pronounced repellent properties. Does not have a toxic effect on warm-blooded animals and humans in safe dosages.

One Raid cylinder is enough to treat 50 square meters indoors. Thanks to the addition of flavorings, the product has a pleasant smell.

Butox

Universal insecticide made in Russia. It is used for treating premises and skin of warm-blooded animals. Supplied by the manufacturer in packs of 5 ampoules.

The active substance in the form of a suspension is diluted with water and used as a working substance for a spray bottle.

The suspension contains deltamethrin, a second-generation insectoacaricidal pyrethroid. It has a systemic pathological effect on fleas, ticks, lice and other ectoparasites, causing paralysis and death.

Butox belongs to the second class of danger and is used as the basis for comprehensive disinfestation of apartments, private houses, and other premises with mandatory compliance with safety rules and the use of personal protective equipment.

5 ampoules of the product diluted in 10 liters of water are enough to treat 200-250 square meters of premises. The effect after application lasts for 7 days.

Raptor

Popular universal insecticidal aerosol. Used against a wide range of insects, including fleas. The product contains 3 components:

Cypermethrin. Classic insecticidal pyrethroid with local action. Safe for warm-blooded animals, destroys insects, remains active for 20-30 days;
Tetramethrin. The insecticidal substance is resistant to heat, but decomposes when exposed to ultraviolet rays. Disturbs the functioning of the nervous system of insects, which leads to the death of ectoparasites;
Imiprotrine. 2nd generation pyrethroid. It has a systemic paralytic effect on fleas, lice, lice, ticks, bedbugs.

One can of Raptor spray is designed to treat 40-45 square meters indoors.

Beaphar Total

Insecticidal spray made in Germany. The composition includes 3 components:

Pyrethrum extract. A natural substance of plant origin obtained from chamomile. Contains flavonoids, essential oils, polyacetylene, melatonin, lactones. It acts as a repellent on ectoparasites, remaining active for several weeks;
Piperonyl butoxide. A synergist of the pyrethroid class, which inhibits the activity of enzymes in flea larvae and eggs, as a result of which they quickly die;
S-methoprene. An insect growth regulator that suppresses the development of adult ectoparasites.

A special feature of Beaphar Total is the absence of synthetic insecticidal components - permethrin and its direct analogues. 1 cylinder is enough to treat 70 square meters indoors.

Which spray is suitable for a kitten, pregnant cat

To treat a cat expecting kittens, as well as cubs, you must choose drugs whose instructions contain the appropriate permission. If there is a slight infestation with parasites, preference should be given to natural remedies - for example, Celandine, Animal Play or GreenFort.

If there is a severe flea infestation, herbal sprays will be ineffective - strong chemicals are needed. Pregnant cats and kittens should be treated with them carefully, strictly following the instructions and carefully measuring the dosage. For example, Frantline can be used from two weeks of age, BioVax - from eight weeks of age; Leopard - from ten weeks.

There are special products for sale for kittens and puppies with a reduced concentration of active substances

Advantages and disadvantages of sprays compared to other products

Before purchasing a flea remedy, remember that a spray is more effective than a collar, but less concentrated than drops or shampoo. But in comparison with the latest forms, the aerosol will be safer and less likely to cause adverse reactions in the cat. In addition, the spray treats the cat’s entire body, unlike a drip solution, which prevents fleas from “overstaying” the drug’s effect on the poor animal’s hips or tail. Shampoos are poorly tolerated by cats, since water treatments are a stressful event for them; cats are more responsive to the application of an aerosol.

The disadvantage of the spray is the fact that the pet can swallow it while licking its fur. There is no need to worry that the cat will eat all the applied product. It is absorbed into the hair in 10–15 minutes (this time you just need to prevent the cat from washing itself - distract it with food or put a cervical collar on the animal). The product lasts from 5 to 10 days, and then is applied again (the maximum course lasts 4–5 weeks).

After treating a cat with a spray, he should not be allowed to wash himself for 10–15 minutes - then most of the drug will be absorbed into the fur and when licked, very little of the product will get into the stomach, which is unable to provoke poisoning

Rules of application

As practice shows, in a critical situation, antiparasitic aerosol is the most effective. However, many are reluctant to use it for fear of poisoning the animal or, worse, other family members. And completely in vain. If the instructions are followed exactly, then the risk of side effects from the use of such drugs is negligible. So, how to properly carry out aerosol treatment?

Animal processing

The first step is to choose the right product. It is important to consider the age and health of the pet. Some sprays are allowed to be used for the younger generation and pregnant pets, others are not. Remember that flea spray for dogs cannot be used on cats and vice versa.

So, let's start processing.

Read the instructions carefully; they may differ for different drugs.
Please note the recommended dosage. Weigh your pet and then calculate how many pumps of the spray you will need.
Brush your dog or cat.
Put on medical gloves and a cotton-gauze bandage. Cover the animal's ears and eyes with a protective mask.
Start treating your pet from the tail. Holding the can at a distance of 20 cm, direct the stream against the fur.
Help yourself with a comb or your hands. The aerosol should get on the skin.
Treat the back, stomach, paws, neck, chest, and head of the animal.
Then spray the product onto your hand (which, of course, is wearing gloves) and thoroughly rub it into the area around the eyes, then treat the ears.
Allow the product to dry naturally.
Now the pet needs to be distracted in every possible way for several hours so that it does not start licking itself.
After about 2 hours he needs to be bathed.

Important!
Don’t forget to treat the bedding, as well as the animal’s favorite places where parasite eggs are likely to remain. You can buy a special aerosol or use the same flea spray for cats or dogs.

Spray in a well-ventilated room or outdoors to minimize the risk of toxic fumes.

Disinsection of premises

Sometimes parasites pass from neighbors or enter an apartment from the basement. They can live in cracks in the floor, in carpets, and sofas. In this case, you need to use a special flea spray for indoors. The rules of application are quite simple.

Immediately before treatment, wash and iron all clothing and bedding. Vacuum carpets and upholstered furniture thoroughly. Clear some wall space and clean the floors.
Send children and animals for a walk. Put rubber gloves on your hands and protect your airways with a cotton-gauze bandage.
Holding the indoor flea spray at a distance of 25 cm, treat the walls to a height of 1 m. After this, spray sofas, armchairs and other upholstered furniture, paying special attention to secluded places - armrests, all kinds of folds, seats. Treat baseboards, floor cracks, and spaces that were covered by furniture.
Change your clothes and then leave the premises for the time specified in the instructions. Don't forget to close the windows and doors.
Ventilate the room thoroughly.
At the final stage, carry out wet cleaning. Once the insecticides have been washed off, the furniture can be put back in place.

Safety rules when using flea sprays

Before processing, you need to wear a gauze bandage and disposable gloves. It is better to carry out the procedure outdoors or indoors with good ventilation on a covering made of oilcloth, film or newspaper. It is difficult to handle a cat alone; you will need the help of another person to hold the animal.

It is better to immediately put a protective collar on the cat during the procedure. This will protect you from accidentally getting the solution into your eyes and will prevent the animal from licking itself immediately (the collar should be removed only 15–20 minutes after the procedure).

To treat with the product, you can buy a plastic collar at a veterinary pharmacy (it is easy to clean from the drug) or make a disposable cone from paper and tape

After the procedure, thoroughly treat your hands with water and antiseptic, remove all things that the spray may have come into contact with (rinse or throw away). Remember that many flea medications contain highly flammable substances, so spraying the drug near an open fire is strictly prohibited.

The cunning of parasites is that they develop resistance to all substances. Using the same product for a long time is not effective - fleas will get used to its action. After 4–5 spraying procedures, you will have to select another product with a different composition.