Brewer's Yeast Can Help Fend Off Fleas

From: The Washington Post | Date: August 10, 2006| Author: Animal Doctor | Copyright information

Dear Dr. Fox:

I read that a vitamin B complex could be prescribed to prevent flea infestation in dogs. Would this be given on a daily basis, and, if so, how much?

-- D.S.

Norfolk

The least expensive form of B complex is powdered brewer's or nutritional yeast (not baker's yeast). Brewer's yeast can be bought in bulk, in powder, flake or granule form. Mix in 1 teaspoon per 30 pounds of body weight with the animal's food every day. Add 1 teaspoon of flaxseed oil per 3...

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