How to Get Rid of Fleas in Your Yard

How to Get Rid of Fleas in Your Yard

Fleas in your yard can become a recurring problem, especially when pets or wildlife regularly spend time on the property. Fleas often prefer shaded, moist and protected areas, rather than hot, exposed sections of the lawn.

Getting rid of outdoor fleas requires more than simply spraying the middle of your grass. The best approach combines targeted yard treatment, lawn maintenance, cleanup and attention to the animals that may be bringing fleas onto your property.

Why Are Fleas in Your Yard?

Fleas can be carried into your yard by animals such as:

• Dogs and cats

• Squirrels

• Rabbits

• Raccoons

• Opossums

• Rodents

• Other wildlife

Once introduced, fleas may become established in areas that provide shade, moisture and access to animal hosts.

Where Do Fleas Live in a Yard?

Start by identifying the areas most likely to support flea activity.

Pay particular attention to:

• Shaded grass

• Under trees

• Around shrubs and bushes

• Along fences

• Under decks and porches

• Pet resting areas

• Outdoor kennels

• Areas underneath outdoor furniture

• Places where wildlife travels or rests

These locations may deserve more attention than sunny, exposed areas of the lawn.

Step 1: Mow the Lawn

Regular mowing can help reduce the protected environment fleas prefer and makes it easier to inspect and treat your yard.

Keep grass maintained, particularly around:

• Pet areas

• Fence lines

• Trees

• Landscaping

• Yard edges

Avoid allowing grass and vegetation to become excessively overgrown.

Step 2: Remove Leaves and Yard Debris

Leaf litter and organic debris can create shaded, moisture-retaining areas.

Clean up:

• Fallen leaves

• Grass clippings

• Yard debris

• Unnecessary piles of organic material

• Debris underneath decks

• Accumulated material around shrubs

Pay particular attention to shaded portions of the property.

Step 3: Trim Shrubs and Vegetation

Dense landscaping can create protected environments where fleas and their animal hosts may spend time.

Trim overgrown:

• Shrubs

• Bushes

• Groundcover

• Vegetation along fences

• Plants around decks and patios

Improving airflow and sunlight can make some areas less favorable for fleas.

Step 4: Identify Where Pets Spend Time

If your pets use the yard, concentrate on the areas where they:

• Rest

• Sleep

• Play

• Enter and exit the house

• Spend time in the shade

Outdoor pet bedding, kennels and resting areas can deserve particular attention.

Step 5: Look for Wildlife Activity

Wildlife can continually reintroduce fleas into a yard.

Look for signs of:

• Rodents

• Rabbits

• Squirrels

• Raccoons

• Opossums

• Other animals

Check underneath decks, around sheds, along fences and in dense landscaping.

Reducing conditions that attract or shelter wildlife can help address a recurring flea problem.

Step 6: Treat Appropriate Outdoor Areas

Apply Natural Armor Flea, Tick & Mosquito Shield according to the product label directions.

Focus treatment on appropriate areas where fleas are likely to be present rather than automatically treating every square foot equally.

Depending on the approved uses on the label, important areas may include:

• Lawns

• Shaded grass

• Landscaping

• Around shrubs

• Along fence lines

• Around decks and patios

• Pet activity areas

• Other outdoor flea habitats

Always follow the label regarding application method, coverage and permitted treatment areas.

Step 7: Don't Forget Shaded Areas

Hot, sunny areas may be less favorable for fleas than shaded locations that retain moisture.

Pay particular attention to:

• Under trees

• Behind shrubs

• Along buildings

• Under decks

• Around outdoor furniture

• Shaded fence lines

These less-visible areas can sometimes be where flea activity is concentrated.

Step 8: Address Fleas on Your Pets

Treating your yard won't solve the entire problem if pets are carrying fleas.

Speak with your veterinarian about appropriate flea prevention or treatment for your dog or cat.

Addressing both the pet and the outdoor environment can be important when fleas are repeatedly being brought into the home.

Never apply a yard pesticide directly to an animal unless the product label specifically permits that use.

Step 9: Continue Monitoring the Yard

After treatment, continue watching areas where flea activity was most likely.

If fleas remain a problem, inspect for conditions that may have been overlooked, including:

• Wildlife activity

• Pet resting areas

• Leaf litter

• Dense vegetation

• Shaded areas

• Debris underneath structures

Follow the Natural Armor product label regarding whether and when additional treatment should be performed.

How Often Should You Treat Your Yard for Fleas?

Treatment frequency depends on the product directions and the severity of the problem.

Always follow the application and reapplication instructions on the Natural Armor Flea, Tick & Mosquito Shield label.

Don't assume that applying more product or spraying more frequently than directed will provide better results.

Can Fleas Come Back After Yard Treatment?

Yes.

Even after you've reduced an existing flea population, new fleas can be introduced by pets, wildlife and other animals.

That's why ongoing yard maintenance and appropriate pet flea prevention can be important for recurring problems.

Get Rid of Yard Fleas With Natural Armor

Natural Armor Flea, Tick & Mosquito Shield provides a convenient solution designed to help control fleas, ticks and mosquitoes in appropriate outdoor areas when used according to the product directions.

For flea control, combine appropriate treatment with:

• Regular mowing

• Vegetation maintenance

• Leaf and debris removal

• Attention to shaded areas

• Cleaning pet activity areas

• Reducing wildlife-friendly conditions

• Appropriate flea prevention for pets

By addressing both the fleas and the environment that supports them, you can take a more complete approach to controlling fleas around your yard.

Always read and follow all application instructions, approved uses and precautions on the Natural Armor Flea, Tick & Mosquito Shield product label.