For families trying to make more thoughtful choices about the products they bring into their homes, the search can often come down to one question: Can an eco-friendly option still be practical for everyday life? Lakota Naturals was created around that very idea, developing products designed to address common household, pet, farm and outdoor needs while incorporating natural and naturally derived ingredients.

Based in Zionsville, Indiana, Lakota Naturals is a family-owned business founded by Everett Diener. Most of the company’s products are made and packaged in Zionsville using U.S. and globally sourced materials and ingredients. Its product categories currently include pest control, odor control, and farm and pet products.

From a Horse Owner’s Problem to a Growing Product Line

Lakota Naturals’ roots are particularly personal. As a teenager and lifelong horse owner, Diener began developing a natural fly spray after wanting an alternative he felt more comfortable using around his horses. That early experiment eventually became the foundation for a business focused on creating solutions inspired by real-world problems.

Today, that philosophy remains central to Lakota Naturals. Rather than focusing on just one category, the company has developed products for situations families and pet owners encounter regularly, from outdoor insects to persistent odors.

The brand’s guiding message, “Fresh Spaces. Healthy Places,” reflects that broader approach.

Botanical Ingredients Meet Everyday Pest Control

For families who spend plenty of time outdoors, Lakota Naturals offers several insect-repellent options.

The GeraniolX-24 Mosquito & Tick Repellent Spray features Geraniol, a plant-derived ingredient, in a microencapsulated natural polymer designed for slow release. The spray is intended for use on skin, clothing and gear as directed, making it a potential addition to outdoor activities such as hiking, backyard gatherings and sporting events.

Another option is ThymolXR Insect Repellent Spray, which is powered by Thymol, a plant-derived constituent associated with thyme oil. The product provides another botanical-based approach to everyday insect-repellent needs.

For canine companions, Tick Repel Drops for Dogs are formulated with naturally derived rose geranium oil. The drops are designed specifically for dogs and can be incorporated into routines that include walks, hikes and outdoor play, when used according to product directions.

Lakota Naturals also offers additional pest-control products, including rodent repellent pouches and sprays, giving homeowners options for addressing different household and outdoor concerns.

Beyond Bugs: Freshening Cars and Everyday Spaces

Lakota Naturals takes its eco-friendly philosophy beyond pest control with a collection of odor-control products.

The AIRFresh250 Slow-Release Pouches use chlorine dioxide and are designed for a variety of spaces where unwanted odors can become noticeable. Each pouch is intended to treat up to 250 square feet, with suggested applications including trash cans, gym bags, vehicles, cupboards and refrigerators.

For vehicles specifically, the Auto Fogger Kit offers a quick-release format that generates chlorine dioxide vapor. It is designed to help address odors throughout a vehicle, including those associated with pets or food spills.

This focus on everyday applications is one of the qualities that distinguishes Lakota Naturals. The company’s lineup isn’t limited to a single type of consumer or problem. Instead, its products are designed around the practical realities of households, pet owners, outdoor enthusiasts, farmers and other users.

A Family-Owned Vision for Everyday Solutions

At its core, Lakota Naturals is about finding a balance between environmental consideration and functionality. The company avoids positioning its products as universally “100% natural,” instead emphasizing natural and naturally derived ingredients where applicable and encouraging customers to use products according to their directions.

For families seeking eco-conscious alternatives for their homes, pets and outdoor routines, Lakota Naturals offers a growing selection rooted in its founder’s firsthand experiences. What started with a teenager trying to solve a problem around his horses has grown into a family-owned brand with a broader mission: creating eco-friendly solutions for the everyday challenges that come with maintaining fresh spaces and healthy places.

Written in partnership with Tom White