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If your pet has fleas, a Dawn dishsoap bath is a gentle remedy that can help get rid of them. Fill a bathtub or basin with lukewarm water that’s only about as deep as your pet’s belly, then put your pet in the water. Use your hands to wet your pet’s fur through to the skin, but be careful to avoid its eyes and ears. Next, use a little dish soap to lather up your pet’s fur. For most dogs and cats, 2 or 3 tablespoons of soap are a good starting point, but you can use more for a larger pet or a severe flea infestation. Work the soap into its fur with your fingers or a brush and make sure it gets all the way down to the skin. Let the dish soap sit for about 5 minutes, then rinse your pet thoroughly with clean water and rub it dry with a towel. If you still notice fleas on your pet after the bath, repeat the process. Keep reading for tips on how to give your pet a dish soap bath with a spray bottle!