Fleas are not unheard of anywhere in the United States. These nasty little critters do not necessarily stick to man-made boundaries, but certain species are more known to stick to certain geographical areas. Fleas more commonly found in Texas are the dog flea (Ctenocephalides canis), cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis), and human flea (Pulex irritans). These…
We all long for lazy summer days, especially during the winter months when temperatures drop below freezing. Being house bound as a result of the cold can be tedious and it’s easy to daydream about a day out by the pool and the family cook out that takes place after a fun day in the…
Bed bug infestations are on the rise. After WWII they were nearly wiped out by potent insecticides. But they have since grown a higher immunity to the old chemicals, and with global travel being relatively easy in today’s modern world, bed bugs are being inadvertently transported. The U.S. has seen the bed bug population on…
Termites. The very word can send shivers down your spine, and stress levels up. Termites top the list of destructive insects, and when you suspect their presence, it is usually far after a colony has been established and costly repairs are needed. Most folks link termites and homes together, but alas, homes are not the…
The mere topic of ticks can make you feel itchy and paranoid. Before you know it, every soft wave of connection on your skin by a loose hair or a blade of grass will make you quickly inspect the area. You start to check your pets meticulously and every spare moment is asking a loved…
