Written By: Mobin

Tips to Get Flies Off Your Dog

Wipe a diluted Apple Cider Vinegar solution on your dog to repel flies with its smell while making coat nicer.

Apple Cider Vinegar 

Mix lemon juice, water and mint in a spray bottle. Lightly mist fur avoiding eyes. Flies dislike citrus smell.  

Lemon Spray  

 Lavender, peppermint, citronella and eucalyptus oils naturally repel flies. Rub diluted oil mix on dog avoiding sensitive areas.

Essential Oils  

Hang non-toxic fly catcher strips around dog rest areas without access for pups to touch. Traps flies on sticky paper.

Fly Strips  

 Set up fans around outdoor areas creating cooling airflow flies don’t like. Provide shade and water too.   

Fan Cooling

Drape fine mesh netting around dog houses or rest areas for an easy breathable barrier keeping out flies.  

 Mesh Netting   

If flies have already landed on your dog run a handheld bug vac to safely suck them up without harming your pet!

Vacuum

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