When dealing with fleas or ticks with your pet, it is not just about getting rid of the infestation on your pet and the surrounding area. You must also think about keeping a clean and safe environment where the issue would not manifest again. You must start adding deterrents for fleas and ticks in your pet’s environment to keep them safe in the long run. 

Here a few natural deterrents for fleas and ticks that can come in handy for your use:

1. Flea or ticks trap
It is certainly not enough to treat your pet as well as the surroundings and rid it of any existing breeding grounds in your home. The best way to do this apart from doing focused cleaning is to set up a trap using water and dish soap. You will need to set up this solution in small trays around your house, especially in regions where you think there might be pests hiding. The mixture’s viscosity will act as a trap and help eradicate a significant amount of fleas or ticks from your house periodically. 

2. Diatomaceous earth
These are finely powdered algae that serve a great deal in being a deterrent for fleas or ticks. Gently sprinkle the powder on the various surfaces and allow it to sit for about 48 hours before you completely vacuum it out from the surface. The residue of the powder can bear an effect in killing any existent larvae and prevent the onset of a new infestation. 

3. Good worms
We do not like seeing worms wriggling in the lawn or backyard, but it is necessary if you are a pet owner because it can help eradicate and prevent the infestation of fleas and ticks. The best type of worms is the specific types of nematodes known as steinernema carpocapsae. You can get them from a garden shop or a pet store that deals with pest infestation remedies for pets. They do not affect your pet in any manner and are also completely safe for your garden. 

4. Pest-repelling plants
One of the best, time-tested, and most effective way to create natural deterrents is to stack your garden with pest-repelling plants. Some of the best choices for dealing with fleas and ticks are lavender, chrysanthemums, pennyroyal, and spearmint. You can easily buy them at your local nursery and create a favorable environment for them to thrive in your garden with just a little prep. 

5. Rosemary powder
This is a simple and ready-to-use deterrent that can come in handy when you want a natural way to curb fleas and ticks. You simply need to powder rosemary along with other ingredients such as rue, fennel, peppermint, and wormwood and sprinkle it around the house. They go a long way in preventing the onset of these pests and do not create any hazard for you or your pet at home. 

While you can use over-the-counter liquids or solutions to deal with pests, you need to adopt a natural approach, too, if you want a safe environment for a longer duration.