Vinegar is not an effective flea killer but can be diluted to use as a repellent. Regular pet, yard, and home care—and citrus-based repellents—are more effective in getting rid of fleas. Spraying ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If your furry friend has fleas, chances are they’ve already brought them into your yard and inside your ...

Anyone who has ever dealt with fleas knows how frustrating it can be to control infestations. These tiny pests seem to thrive in almost any environment. The best strategy is to target inside and ...

Yikes! You just spotted a questionable bug in your home. One minute, it looks like a bed bug. The next, it resembles a flea. Now you're not sure what it is anymore. Both pests are tiny, eat blood, ...

Rubbing alcohol, also called isopropyl alcohol, is known for its germ-killing properties. That’s why so many people rely on it as a disinfectant. If you’re a pet owner wondering whether rubbing ...

It can be jarring to discover you have a new bug bite, let alone several bug bites. And if it doesn’t look like you’re dealing with mosquito bites, it’s fair to wonder if you could have bed bug or ...