Protect Your Pets (and the Planet) from Poisons
First, if you think your pet has ingested any poison, don’t wait, call the 24/7 Animal Poison Control Center at 855-764-7661 or go to www.petpoisonhelpline.com. Protecting your pets is high...
Health Risks & Possible Danger
What Do Mouse Droppings Look Like & How to Get Ride of Mice
Seeing a mouse in the house is upsetting, but finding out that a rodent infestation has been lurking in your home for a long time is even worse. Knowing how...
Pest Prevention and Control During Hurricane Season
Hurricane season starts June 1 and lasts through the end of November. August, September and October are typically the most active months for severe weather. As Hurricane Florence approaches the...
Do Spiders Bite? Identifying & Treating Spider Bites
How many times have you noticed a red bump on your skin and assumed it was a spider bite without knowing where it came from? Maybe you saw a spider...
Diseases from Mice – Types of Rodent Related Illnesses
A mouse in the house can be more than just a nuisance; a rodent infestation can be a serious threat to the health of yourself, your family, and your pets....
What’s in your garage? Hidden poisons that can harm curious pets.
Many years ago when I was about 8 years old, my aunt had a cat that she had rescued from a shelter. Taz was a very spunky and curious guy....
Oklahoma Mother Loses Limbs After Being Bitten By A Tick
An Oklahoma woman was diagnosed with Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever — a tick-borne illness that can be fatal if not treated quickly. According to ABC News, she had been hiking...
Some bug bites do more than make you itch. When to call the doctor.
Sitting on a beach, drinking something with a little umbrella in it, hearing nothing but the sounds of waves lapping at the shore. That is what I visualize when I...
Washington DC, NYC & Chicago Overrun By Rats
Summer is just around the corner and temperatures are starting to rise. As much as everyone loves fun in the sun, summer in big cities means more than weekends at...
From Cleaning Products to Potted Plants — Hidden Poisons That Could Harm Your Child
Think your children are safe in your home? Learn about these common household poisons you may never have considered. As a mother, my most important job is to keep my...