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13 January 2015

A Bed Bug Dog To The Rescue

By Kristen Baird


It seemed like bed bugs were simply a myth, or at least a pest that existed in the past in third world countries. The world changed, and no longer were these pests mentioned as a means to say goodnight. With world travel becoming limitless, their resurgence has become an important part of life in North America. People from all walks of life are dealing with infestations and how to treat them. One of the best ways comes with a specialized bed bug dog. While this canine is not meant to hunt them, it is an aid in the entire process.

It's unfortunate, but Boston, MA citizens aren't spared of this nightmare. Many of its top hotels are accommodating them, as are some residential upscale neighborhoods. No one is immune. The problem is that they can be anywhere, and as such, they can be carried to the next place. It's important to be cautious, to minimize the risk of helping their spread.

One precaution is to inspect the accommodations before spending the night and bringing personal items in the space. Do this by checking for different signs of their presence, such as by inspecting the headboard and the scenes of mattresses. Also, look in the crevices of nightstands and lamps for any signs of life.

Avoid using the drawers supplied in hotel rooms, and instead keep personal items within the suitcase. Place the suitcase on the luggage rack. Upon returning, do not bring the suitcase back indoors. Instead, remove the clothing and personal items and carefully inspect them. Use the hottest possible setting on the washer and dryer to clean clothes, which will ultimately kill any bedbugs. Keep in mind these pests are small, so they can be passed over quite easily, unless they were in feeding on a host very recently, turning their bodies a reddish brown color.

If these bugs make it indoors, it may be a long time before the infestation is successfully treated and under control. A dog trained to sniff them out will help to eradicate them. It's a part of an extermination plan that locates them so that they can be treated.

Rest assured that there is a cost involved, which often leads many to opting for other forms of extermination, but it's an important part that shouldn't be overlooked. Once they're spotted, the exterminator can treat precise areas for an effective result. It will undoubtedly give the consumer peace of mind, and better sleep.

Eradicating them will, unfortunately be a long and trying process. They are masters in hiding, and can live without resources for some time. Plus, their size enables them to get into the smallest of crevices, so they can be almost anywhere. They can hide in or behind furniture, walls, pillows, mattresses, and between cracks in hardwood floors.

Remember their preference for proximity to the bed. As they are active at night, when humans and pets sleep, they feed on their host. They pose no risk to one's health, but their bites usually leave a rash and cause discomfort, which can interfere with sleep. The important thing is to understand what they can do, and how easily they can be brought home, so be cautious. For instance, avoid picking up curbside discarded furniture and items, which may be infested with these pests.




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