Fleas can be a nuisance and problem any time of year but especially as the cooler weather sets in. Fleas can be brought into your home on cats, dogs or even rodents who are trying to find a warm place to spend the winter months. Much of the flea problem associated with pets has been eliminated by properly applying products offered by veterinarians to pet owners. However, … [Read more...]
Ticks: Understanding this Blood-sucking Arachnid
Published August 2009 : Pest Management Professional Ticks are generally despised by most people, perhaps because of their intimately vampiric lifestyle or their potential to transmit disease-causing pathogens. When ticks become a nuisance in patios and backyards or even in buildings, pest management professionals (PMPs) may be called to deal with the problem. Three female … [Read more...]
EPA to Increase Safety of Flea & Tick Control Pesticides for Cats & Dogs
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Due to a significant increase in adverse incidents, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is taking a series of actions to increase the safety of spot-on pesticide products for flea and tick control for cats and dogs. Immediately, EPA will begin reviewing labels to determine which ones need stronger and clearer labeling statements. Next, EPA will … [Read more...]
