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Jan 17, 2025 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Ed Spicer
Whether we like it or not, dogs can be hosts to a wide variety of parasitic worms. Some don’t pose a serious threat the pet’s health but most of them are quite dangerous especially if left untreated such as the notorious heartworms. Once a dog is diagnosed with heartworm infection, the veterinarian would recommend a series of treatment procedures. In more serious cases, the whole treatment process can last for several months and can be quite costly.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Ed Spicer
You have several ways to control fleas depending on where they are and how many you have. This article looks at some of the best flea sprays on the market to help you get rid of these pests before they take over your life.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Ed Spicer
Chigger bites are some of the worst bug bites in the world, and not because they’re painful, because you don’t even feel it when it happens!The intense itching that follows can last for two or three weeks and drive you crazy, clawing at yourself to get rid of them.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Ed Spicer
To see your dog with annoying fleas is the worst. It is unbearable to feel so hopeless after trying one product after another that promises relief but doesn’t deliver results. And when we see them itching, scratching, and biting, we feel like doggie parent failures.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Ed Spicer
Looking for the best ant spray to clear out a colony lurking around your home? If we find ants, we should try to kill them and break the chemical trail to prevent others from following them. This article describes some of the best ant sprays to help you battle these common pests.
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Oct 31, 2024 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Ed Spicer
Hobo spiders have long been a source of confusion and concern for homeowners, particularly in the Pacific Northwest. Often mistaken for other spider species, these arachnids have earned a reputation for being dangerous that isn’t entirely deserved. In this article, I’ll explore the truth about hobo spiders, from their appearance and habits to the most effective ways to manage them in and around your home.
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Sep 26, 2024 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Ed Spicer |Laurie Engle
Mosquitoes have a more complex diet than you might think. It depends on several factors, including their species, sex, and life cycle stage. While female mosquitoes often need a blood meal to lay eggs, male mosquitoes don’t bite at all. Different species of mosquitoes — like anopheles, aedes aegypti, and culex — have their own feeding preferences. All mosquitoes start as larvae, relying on plant sap and microorganisms in standing water for food before maturing into adults with different diets.
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Aug 16, 2024 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Jonathon Jachura |Ed Spicer
During my several years in the pest control industry, I’ve encountered my fair share of snakes. While there are many varieties of serpents slithering across the United States, including the rattlesnake, none of them managed to make this list of the ten most dangerous snakes in the world. From the lightning-fast Black Mamba to the stealthy Coastal Taipan, these deadly snakes have earned a fearsome reputation due to their potent venom, aggressive behavior, and frequent human encounters.
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Jul 15, 2024 | 
voiceofalexandria.com | Ed Spicer
Get rid of possums in your attic with these useful tips. Protect your home from damage and prevent health risks caused by these unwanted visitors. The post How To Remove Possums In Your Attic? appeared first on Today's Homeowner.
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Jul 9, 2024 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Katelynn Ward |Ed Spicer |Master’s degrees
Every homeowner knows the struggles of getting rid of ants and keeping them away. While ants will likely not harm the people and pets inside your home, they are a huge nuisance. It’s important to know ways to get rid of your ant problems, and keep them away, for your own peace of mind. The weather has a huge impact on ant infestations. When the weather is too cold or wet, you’ll find ants taking refuge in your home.
